Former England captain Paul Ince has been charged with drink-driving after his vehicle collided with a central reservation in Neston, Wirral. The incident occurred on Saturday at 17:00 BST on Chester High Road. Cheshire Police confirmed that the 57-year-old was arrested at the scene and has been bailed to appear at Chester Magistrates' Court on 18 July.

Ince, who has had a distinguished career in football, played for top clubs including Manchester United, Liverpool, West Ham United, and Inter Milan. He also represented England in 53 international matches, including Euro 96 and the 1998 World Cup. Notably, Ince became the first black footballer to captain England in 1993.

After retiring from professional football, Ince transitioned into management, with his most recent role being at Reading from 2022 to 2023. His contributions to football have been significant, both on and off the pitch.

A spokesperson for Cheshire Police stated, 'Officers were called following reports of a collision on Chester High Road, Neston. The incident involved a black Range Rover which had collided with the central reservation barrier. Officers attended the scene and arrested a 57-year-old man.'

This incident adds to the challenges faced by the former football star, who has been a prominent figure in the sport for decades. The football community will be watching closely as the legal proceedings unfold.