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[Saba Sports News] According to British media reports, the Harry Maguire assault case in Greece has not yet gone to trial, and it may not even be heard in court. In 2020, Manchester United defender Maguire was arrested for brawling and was convicted of attempted bribery and assaulting a police officer. He was sentenced to 21 months of probation, but under Greek law, the verdict is automatically revoked after an appeal. Currently, a new court date for Maguire’s assault case in Greece has been set for March 4, but don’t expect it to proceed as scheduled. Sources reveal that the retrial has been delayed four times already and is likely to be postponed again. Maguire’s defense team will be prepared to clear his name, and he himself does not need to appear in court. There’s even a possibility that this case may never go to trial, as the statute of limitations in Greece is eight years, meaning the case will expire in August 2028.
The writer believes that the complexity and longevity of the Maguire case are regrettable. The intertwining of legal procedures with an athlete’s career makes this case not just a legal issue but a test of personal reputation and professional future. However, judging by Maguire’s outstanding performance against Everton on Monday, this issue doesn’t seem to be bothering him.