Now former England national team and "Sunderland" club defender Adam Johnson heard the court's verdict on Thursday.
The 28-year-old footballer was found guilty in a pedophilia case. For the sexual assault of a 15-year-old "Sunderland" club fan, the court has sentenced the Englishman to prison for six years.
In court, A. Johnson admitted to luring and kissing the underage girl in his car, but categorically denied the allegations of having sexual relations with the 15-year-old.
The announcement of the verdict caused a lot of attention. A. Johnson smiled and conversed with security guards after the strict sentence.
This season, A. Johnson managed to play 19 matches and score two goals in the English Premier League.
