Ex-England star separated from rival as chaotic Baller League brawl breaks out
Joleon Lescott nearly fell into the crowd during a heated clash at Baller League UK. The former England defender was in action for Deportrio at night six on Monday. Sky SportsLescott was involved in a heated clash at night six of Baller League[/caption] Sky SportsThe former England defender had to be held back during the altercation[/caption] His side faced Wembley Rangers AFC at the Copper Box in London. However, tempers boiled over during the second half as Deportrio trailed 1-0. Lescott took exception to a late challenge from opposition player Domingos Pires. The tackle came after the 42-year-old had played a pass close to the touchling. In response, Lescott grabbed Pires, with both players pulling each other’s shirts as they almost fell into the crowd. Players from both teams rushed over to separate the players as a scuffle broke out and play was suspended. Deportrio manager Micah Richards could even be seen leading Pires away from the altercation. Richards is in charge of the league leaders along with Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer. Both Lescott and Pires were cautioned by the referee and handed two-minute sinbins for their antics. Meanwhile, the incident appeared to inspire a comeback from Deportrio. Sky SportsLescott and Pires almost fell into the crowd as they pulled each other’s shirts[/caption] Sky SportsRichards led Pires away after both players were sinbinned for their antics[/caption] They turned the match on its head with four second half goals to win 4-1, a result which leaves them top of the standings after six matches. Lescott had been making his second appearance in Baller League after being confirmed as a wildcard player for Deportrio. He also has two assists to his name for a side which also includes former Premier League star Marvin Sordell. His involvement comes seven years after retiring from professional football in 2017 aged 34. Lescott’s playing career saw him score once in 26 caps for the Three Lions. He also made 288 Premier League appearances across spells with Everton, Manchester City, West Brom, Aston Villa and Sunderland. Lescott is a two-time Premier League winner with Man CityAFP His time at City included four major trophies as he lifted the Premier League twice as well as the FA Cup and League Cup. Lescott is currently balancing his Baller League schedule with England under-21 coaching duties. Lee Carsley has been supported by his former Toffees team-mate since appointing him as assistant manager in 2022.
Joleon Lescott nearly fell into the crowd during a heated clash at Baller League UK.
The former England defender was in action for Deportrio at night six on Monday.
His side faced Wembley Rangers AFC at the Copper Box in London.
However, tempers boiled over during the second half as Deportrio trailed 1-0.
Lescott took exception to a late challenge from opposition player Domingos Pires.
The tackle came after the 42-year-old had played a pass close to the touchling.
In response, Lescott grabbed Pires, with both players pulling each other’s shirts as they almost fell into the crowd.
Players from both teams rushed over to separate the players as a scuffle broke out and play was suspended.
Deportrio manager Micah Richards could even be seen leading Pires away from the altercation.
Richards is in charge of the league leaders along with Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer.
Both Lescott and Pires were cautioned by the referee and handed two-minute sinbins for their antics.
Meanwhile, the incident appeared to inspire a comeback from Deportrio.
They turned the match on its head with four second half goals to win 4-1, a result which leaves them top of the standings after six matches.
Lescott had been making his second appearance in Baller League after being confirmed as a wildcard player for Deportrio.
He also has two assists to his name for a side which also includes former Premier League star Marvin Sordell.
His involvement comes seven years after retiring from professional football in 2017 aged 34.
Lescott’s playing career saw him score once in 26 caps for the Three Lions.
He also made 288 Premier League appearances across spells with Everton, Manchester City, West Brom, Aston Villa and Sunderland.
His time at City included four major trophies as he lifted the Premier League twice as well as the FA Cup and League Cup.
Lescott is currently balancing his Baller League schedule with England under-21 coaching duties.
Lee Carsley has been supported by his former Toffees team-mate since appointing him as assistant manager in 2022.
