The Metropolitan Police is investigating an alleged assault on Sky Sports pundit Roy Keane at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

Footage circulating on social media appeared to show the aftermath of an incident involving Keane and fellow pundit Micah Richards following Arsenal’s win over Manchester United.

Sky Sports confirmed the incident saying that Richards attempted to “defuse” the situation, adding the alleged assault immediately preceded the footage on social media.

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Both Keane and Richards have given statements to the Met Police.

There have been no arrests made so far

The alleged incident took place after Arsenal triumphed 3-1 over Manchester United.

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In a statement the Metropolitan Police said: “Police are investigating following an assault that is alleged to have occurred at the Emirates Stadium during an Arsenal v Manchester United match on Sunday 3 September.

“There have been no arrests.

“Inquiries are ongoing.”

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