A former England Under-19 footballer was taken to hospital after a 'vicious assault' following a weekend match. Hallam Hope, who plays for Oldham Athletic, was attacked following the game against Chesterfield on Saturday.
The Latics announced the news in a statement on their website. They said: "Oldham Athletic is sorry to have to report that our player, Hallam Hope, was the victim of a vicious assault on Saturday evening.
"The assault took place in the staff car park following the game against Chesterfield. Hallam sustained serious injuries which required hospital treatment and he will be out of action for some weeks.
