Two high-profile players of the successful Leeds United side at the turn of the 21st century went on trial in 2001 over an attack on an Asian student. It followed a nightclub incident that left Safraz Najeib severely injured. Midfielder Lee Bowyer and defender Jonathan Woodgate were charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and affray. Bowyer was cleared, while Woodgate was convicted of affray and sentenced to community service. In 2005, Bowyer, who was suspended for cannabis use in 1995, agreed a £170,000 out-of-court settlement with the victim and his less seriously injured brother.
