Paul Ince Faces Drink Driving Charges Following Crash on Chester High Road
Paul Ince, the former Manchester United midfielder and England captain, has been charged with drink driving after his car collided with the central reservation barrier on Chester High Road in Neston.
The incident occurred around 5pm on Saturday, when the black Range Rover Ince was driving struck the barrier. Cheshire Police responded swiftly, arresting the 57-year-old football legend at the scene.
Official police statements confirmed: "Paul Ince, of Quarry Road, Neston, has been charged with drink driving." He has been granted bail and is scheduled to appear at Chester Magistrates' Court on 18 July.
Paul Ince: A Storied Football Career
Paul Ince stands out as one of England's most iconic midfielders of the 1990s. Rising through the West Ham United academy, he made a significant impact playing for top clubs like Manchester United, Liverpool, and Inter Milan.
- Two-time Premier League winner with Manchester United
- Winner of the European Cup Winners' Cup in 1991
- The first black player to captain the England national team, achieving the milestone in 1993 against the USA
- Earned 53 international caps for England and featured in major tournaments including Euro 1996 and the 1998 World Cup
Transition to Management
Since hanging up his boots in 2007, Ince has stayed closely involved in football, building a managerial career that includes roles at Macclesfield, Blackburn Rovers, and Reading (from 2022 to 2023).
One of his managerial highlights came with MK Dons, where he led the team to the Football League Trophy victory and secured the top spot in League Two during the 2007/2008 season.
Looking Ahead
The football community will be watching closely as Ince faces legal proceedings next month. While this development marks a challenging moment in his life, his contributions to English football, both on and off the pitch, remain significant.
In the meantime, Cheshire Police continue their commitment to road safety, taking incidents like this seriously and pursuing appropriate legal action.
