Former Stoke City star Peter Shilton to appear in court accused of drink driving

FORMER Stoke City goalkeeper and England international Peter Shilton will appear in court later this month after being arrested for drink-driving, police have said.

The 63-year-old was arrested outside the home of a female friend in Manor Road, Colchester, Essex, on February 24 after being found to be driving with excess alcohol in his system.

Former Stoke City goalkeeper Peter Shilton.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "A 63-year-old man will appear at Colchester Magistrates' Court on March 19.

Shilton, of Kenilworth, is England's most capped player, having made 125 appearances for his country.

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He played for the Potters between 1974 and 1977