A former Portsmouth Football Club goalkeeper has been cleared of assaulting his girlfriend.
Alan Knight denied punching 25-year-old Kerry Dolan in his pick-up truck in Southsea, Hampshire, before dragging her out and attacking her again.
He was found not guilty at Portsmouth Magistrates Court.
Mr Knight was charged with assault after a passer-by saw the pair arguing on 13 August and called the police. But Ms Dolan did not make a complaint.
Neither did she make a formal statement to police.
Speaking outside court, Mr Knight, of Hazleton Way, Waterlooville, Hampshire, said: "I am glad to say it is all over. It has been a tough few months.
"I would like to thank all my friends and family who have stood by me and I wish everyone a merry Christmas and a happy new year - let's get on with life."
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