Chesterfield FC 'delighted' after Ched Evans is cleared of rape

Ched Evans with partner Natasha Massey, arriving at Cardiff Crown Court. Picture: PA wire/Steve Parsons.Ched Evans with partner Natasha Massey, arriving at Cardiff Crown Court. Picture: PA wire/Steve Parsons.
Ched Evans with partner Natasha Massey, arriving at Cardiff Crown Court. Picture: PA wire/Steve Parsons.
Chesterfield FC chief executve Chris Turner has welcomed the news that Ched Evans has been found not guilty of rape after a two-week trial at Cardiff Crown Court.

Mr Turner said: "We are naturally delighted with the outcome, especially for Ched, his family and friends.

"We can now all move forward and focus on football."

A Spireites' spokesman added: "No further comment will be made at this stage."

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