Former England footballer Andy Carroll faces trial after indicating a not guilty plea to breaching a non-molestation order against his ex-wife Billi Mucklow.
The 37-year-old, who currently plays for National League South club Dagenham & Redbridge, appeared at Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday. He is alleged to have repeatedly called Ms Mucklow on March 11 2025 without reasonable excuse, breaching an order put in place on October 10 2024.
Carroll, who used crutches and wore a foot brace, elected to have his case heard at crown court, telling the court: “Crown please.” District Judge Roy Brown granted bail and ordered him to appear at Chelmsford Crown Court on March 4 for a plea and trial preparation hearing.
The judge warned Carroll that if he continues to plead not guilty, arrangements will be made for a trial. A non-molestation order is an injunction issued by a civil court, and breach can result in a jail term of up to five years.
