Player seriously injured in football match assault in Lancing
A man was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm
Last updated 3rd Feb 2023
A footballer is in hospital with serious injuries to his face after being attacked during a football match in Lancing.
The 24-year-old man was assaulted halfway through the first half in Croshaw Recreation Ground on Saturday 28 January.
A 41-year-old man arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and has been released on bail until April 20.
Crime investigator Neil Carter said: "We are looking to speak to anyone who witnessed the assault on Saturday afternoon or anyone who may have been filming the football match.
"We understand there were a number of people present and we are asking them to come forward to help us with our investigation."