Two Championship side football players have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a fan, it was disclosed.
Southampton FC strikers Bradley Wright-Phillips, 23, and David McGoldrick, 21, are accused of assault and affray.
A 21-year-old Saints fan told police that he was attacked by the two footballers in the street as he made his way home from a night out at 2am on Saturday, February 7.
Mark Wotte, Saints boss, said: "I am aware of the allegations that have been made against my players.
"I have spoken to them both at length where they have explained to me what happened that night and I will support them 100%.
"We are unable to comment any further at this time as the matter is under police investigation, however, I can assure our fans that everyone at the club remains focused on the remainder of the season."
The incident is alleged to have happened after Southampton FC players went drinking in the city centre when bad weather forced the cancellation of their match against Watford.
A Hampshire Police spokeswoman said: "Hampshire Constabulary can confirm it has launched an investigation following an allegation of assault between 2am and 2.15am on February 7.
"A 23-year-old man and a 21-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of affray and common assault and released on bail pending further enquiries."
Wright-Phillips, who earns about £8,000-a-week, is the half-brother of Manchester City's Shaun and son of former England player Ian Wright.
