Harry Maguire posts first words on social media post assault, attempted bribery conviction

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire has been having a tough time off field, with player recently involved in an altercation in Greece that led to his arrest, followed by conviction by a local court. After receiving flak from several quarters, Maguire sent out a mess on his Instagram account for first time since incident, which hints that he's still unhappy with his conviction.

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Harry Maguire case: Defender quotes Buddha in statement after release

Harry Maguire posted a story on his Instagram account this week, his first since assault case came to light. Hinting at his conviction in case, defender quoted Gautam Buddha's famous statement, "Things that cant be long hidden: sun, moon and truth." 

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Harry Maguire case: Maguire arrest details revealed 

Harry Maguire was involved in an altercation with a local police officer in Greece after his sister was attacked and assaulted by a sharp object. England international was n arrested and taken to a local police station, wherein he tried to bribe officers. Revealing his identity as Man United captain, Maguire insisted that he is very rich and would pay m heftily if y let him leave. 

A report by Sky Sports revealed claims me by Harry Maguire. defendants for 27-year-old in court revealed that his sister was injected with drugs by two unkwn men, after which she fainted. On requesting transportation to hospital,  Maguire was taken to police station, wherein he was kicked on his leg by police officers and was reportedly told that his career is w over. 

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Harry Maguire case impacts his participation in national team 

Despite efforts from Harry Maguire to postpone hearing for same, local court continued with proceedings. defender, despite pleing t guilty, was convicted on charges of assault, resisting arrest and attempt to bribe authorities. He was sentenced to a prison term for 21 months and 10 days. However, sentence stands suspended due to fact that this was his first offence in country. 

Harry Maguire case has h a negative impact on his involvement with national team. Soon, after judgement, England national team manr Gareth Southgate decided to withdraw Maguire from participating in team's upcoming games. Interestingly, Maguire was included in squ mere hours before judgement. England national team is set to play Iceland and Denmark in UEFA Nations League. 

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