Overview
- Jack Grealish was allegedly slapped by a Manchester United fan near the Old Trafford tunnel during Sunday’s 0-0 Manchester derby.
- Greater Manchester Police have charged 20-year-old Alfie Holt with assault; he is scheduled to appear in court in July.
- Phil Foden was subjected to derogatory chants targeting his mother during the same match, drawing sharp criticism from Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.
- Both Manchester United and Manchester City have refrained from commenting on the incident, with United cooperating with ongoing police investigations.
- The events have reignited concerns about fan misconduct and safety protocols at high-profile football matches.