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Rohan Greg Ince (born 8 November 1992) is a professional footballer who plays as a holding midfielder for National League South club Hampton & Richmond Borough. Ince can also play as a central defender.[3] Born in England He represents the Montserrat National Team

Key Information

Club career

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Chelsea

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Ince joined Chelsea's academy at the age of seven,[4] and helped the side win the 2009–10 FA Youth Cup.[5] He signed his first professional contract with Chelsea in July 2010.[6] As he progressed through the club's youth ranks, Ince began playing as a regular within the club's reserve set-up.[3]

Loan to Yeovil Town

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In July 2012, Ince joined League One side Yeovil Town on a six-month loan deal.[7][3] Ince's Football League debut was delayed due to an injury picked up in pre-season but eventually, on 28 August 2012, Ince made his Yeovil debut as a substitute in the 4–2 League Cup defeat against West Bromwich Albion.[8] On 26 September 2012, Ince was recalled by Chelsea due to a recurrence of ankle and shin injuries.[9]

Brighton & Hove Albion

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On 5 February 2013, following a successful trial period with Brighton & Hove Albion, Ince signed an 18-month contract with the development squad.[10]

In the club's pre–season tour ahead of the 2013–14 season, Ince was featured in the first team squad under the new management of Óscar García.[11] He started his first competitive game for Brighton in a 3–1 after extra time defeat to Newport County in the League Cup on 6 August 2013.[12] He made his full league debut for Brighton four days later on 10 August 2013 against Derby County in a 2–1 defeat.[13] He played as a defensive midfielder position in both of these games.[14] Ince then quickly got involved in the first team for the side, where he played in the defensive midfielder position and competed in the first team in the absence of Liam Bridcutt and Keith Andrews.[15] By December, he formed a defensive midfield partnership with Bridcutt.[16] His performance resulted in him signing a contract extension with the club, keeping him until 2016.[17] In the fourth round of FA Cup against Port Vale, Ince scored his first goal for the club, as well as, setting up one of the goals, in a 3–1 win.[18] However, towards the end of the season, he soon suffered injuries, which was followed up by being dropped from the first team.[19] It came after when he was a fault for conceding an opening goal from Blackburn Rovers's Jordan Rhodes and was substituted at half time after suffering a dead leg, as they drew 3–3 and it turned out to be his last appearance for the side this season.[20] At the end of the 2013–14 season, Ince went on to make thirty–three appearances and scoring once in all competitions. For his performance, he was awarded the club's young player of the season award.[21]

In the 2014–15 season, Ince continued to feature in the first team and found himself, where he played in a deeper berth position.[22] However, he appeared in and out of the substitute bench, as well as, facing new competitions.[23] He then scored his first goal of the season, in a 4–2 win over Swindon Town after the game went extra time in the second round of the League Cup.[24] A month later, on 26 September 2014, he scored again, in a 3–0 win over Burton Albion in the third round of the League Cup.[25] It wasn't until on 10 January 2015 when he scored his first league goal of the season, in a 1–0 win over Charlton Athletic.[26] Weeks later, on 21 January 2015, he set up two goals in three of the three goals in a match against Ipswich Town, as Brighton & Hove Albion won 3–2.[27] By February, Ince continued to establish himself in the midfield position and his performance earned him praised from Manager Chris Hughton.[28] His performance even attracted interests from Premier League clubs, but Hughton dismissed the transfer speculation.[29] Towards the end of the 2014–15 season, Ince soon found himself out of the first team, due to strong competitions that saw him appeared on the substitute bench once again.[30] Nevertheless, Ince ended the 2014–15 season, making thirty–eight appearances and scoring three times in all competitions, he was awarded the club's Goal of the Season.[31]

In the 2015–16 season, Ince remained in the first team, where he mostly featured as a substitute in a number of the matches at the start of the season.[32] As a result, he appeared in a number of matches for the club's development squad.[33] Although he made one start for the side this season, Ince continued to sit out on the substitute bench, as well as, his own injury concerns throughout the first half of the season.[34] Despite this, he, nevertheless, signed a three–year contract with the club.[35]

Despite being told he can leave the club in the summer of the 2016,[36] Ince made his first appearance of the 2016–17 season, season, where he started the whole game as a centre–back position, in a 4–0 win over Colchester United in the first round of the League Cup.[37] However, he remained on the sidelines for every league match in the first half of the season.[38] Despite this, he featured in a number of matches for the League Cup and Football League Trophy, including scoring against Stevenage.[39] He went on to make four appearances for the side during the 2016–17 season.

In June 2018, it was confirmed that Ince would be released by Brighton following the expiry of his contract, and he spent time on trial with Charlton Athletic in the run-up to the 2018–19 season.[40][41]

Loan to Fulham

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On 1 February 2016, Ince moved to Championship club Fulham on loan until the end of the 2015–16 season.[42] He then made his Fulham debut, where he started the match before coming off at half time, in a 1–1 draw against Derby County on 6 February 2016.[43] Ince scored his first goal for the club in a 1–1 draw with Birmingham City on 19 March 2016.[44] Since joining the club, he began receiving a handful of first team football for the side.[45] After making ten appearances and scoring once for the side at the end of the 2015–16 season, he returned to his parent club.[46]

Loan to Swindon Town

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With his first team opportunities limited further at Brighton & Hove Albion, it was announced on 31 January 2017 that Ince joined League One side Swindon Town on loan for the remainder of the 2016–17 campaign.[47] He made his Swindon Town debut on 11 February 2017 against Bury, which saw them lose 1–0.[48] It wasn't until on 28 February 2017 when Ince scored his first goal for the club, in a 3–1 win over Gillingham.[49] Since joining the club, Ince established himself in the starting eleven for the side.[50] He then scored his second goal for the club on 22 April 2017, in a 2–1 loss against Scunthorpe United, a game that saw Swindon Town relegated to League Two.[51] Despite missing two matches during his loan spell at Swindon Town,[52] Ince made fourteen appearances and scoring two times in all competitions.

Loan to Bury

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On 25 August 2017, Ince joined Bury on loan for the 2017–18 season.[53] He made his Bury debut the next day, where he started the whole game, in a 0–0 draw against Rochdale.[54] However, he was soon plagued between late–September and late–October and was placed on the substitute bench in number of matches.[55] Despite this, he continued to feature in the first team throughout 2017.[56] However, his playing time was soon reduced for the first two months of 2018 but regained towards the end of the season.[57] Ince made 22 league appearances that season where Bury were relegated from League One, finishing bottom. This meant Ince had two consecutive League One relegations.[58]

Cheltenham Town

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After missing the 2018–19 season without being contracted to a club and due to a knee injury, on 2 July 2019, Ince signed for Cheltenham Town on a free with a one-year contract.[59] On 3 August 2019, Ince played his first game for over a year in a 1–0 away loss to Leyton Orient. He was shown a straight red on his debut, 2 minutes after teammate, Luke Varney received a second yellow.[60]

Maidenhead United

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Ince joined Maidenhead United on 14 November 2020 after a successful trial period, starting the Magpies' game away at Chesterfield the same day.[61] He went on to play 31 times for the Magpies that season.

Woking

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On 19 June 2021, following his release from Maidenhead, Ince agreed to join fellow National League side, Woking on a one-year deal.[62] He made his debut on the opening day of the 2021–22 campaign, playing the full 90 minutes during Woking's 2–1 away victory over Wealdstone.[63] Just over a week later, he scored his first goal for the club during a 4–0 away victory against Torquay United, netting the Cards' second in the 4th minute, after team-mate, Tahvon Campbell had given his side the lead a minute prior.[64] He went onto end the campaign with thirty-five appearances and two goals to his name before signing a new one-year deal ahead of the 2022–23 campaign.[65]

Two weeks into the start of the new campaign, Ince scored his first of the season. Netting the Cards' second during their 2–0 home victory over Dagenham & Redbridge, after team-mate, Reece Grego-Cox had given Woking the lead just three minutes earlier.[66] Ince went onto prove to be an influential member of Woking's 2022–23 campaign, with significant contributions towards their play-off push. Including scoring the club's goal of the season, in a 2–1 away victory over Dorking Wanderers in April 2023[67][68] and netting during their play-off eliminator tie against Bromley, which they eventually succumbed to a 2–1 defeat.[69] He went onto finish the campaign, with forty-nine appearances and eight goals. On 19 May 2023, Ince signed a new two-year deal, extending his stay with the club until 2025.[70]

On 6 May 2025, it was announced that Ince would leave the club after a four-year spell upon the expiry of his contract in June.[71] He departed having scored 10 goals in 114 appearances.

Hampton & Richmond Borough

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On 30 May 2025, it was announced that Ince would join National League South club, Hampton & Richmond Borough following his release from Woking.[72]

International career

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Ince was called up to the Montserrat squad for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification in March 2021.[73] He made his debut against Antigua and Barbuda on 24 March.[74]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of 14 January 2025
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League FA Cup League Cup Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Chelsea 2010–11[75] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2011–12[76] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2012–13[77] Premier League 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Yeovil Town (loan) 2012–13[77] League One 2 0 1 0 1[a] 0 4 0
Brighton & Hove Albion 2012–13[77] Championship 0 0 0 0 0 0
2013–14[78] Championship 28 0 3 1 1 0 1[b] 0 33 1
2014–15[79] Championship 32 1 2 0 4 2 38 3
2015–16[80] Championship 12 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 15 0
2016–17[81] Championship 0 0 1 0 3 0 4 0
2017–18[82] Premier League 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0
Total 72 1 7 1 11 2 1 0 91 4
Brighton & Hove Albion U23 2016–17[81] 3[c] 0 3 0
Fulham (loan) 2015–16[80] Championship 10 1 10 1
Swindon Town (loan) 2016–17[81] League One 14 2 14 2
Bury (loan) 2017–18[82] League One 22 0 2 0 4[c] 0 28 0
Cheltenham Town 2019–20[83] League Two 9 0 2 0 0 0 4[d] 0 15 0
Maidenhead United 2020–21[84] National League 30 0 0 0 1[e] 0 31 0
Woking 2021–22[84] National League 35 2 1 0 1[e] 1 37 2
2022–23[84] National League 45 6 2 1 2[f] 1 49 8
2023–24[84] National League 22 0 3 0 0 0 25 0
2024–25[84] National League 1 0 0 0 2[g] 0 3 0
Total 103 8 6 1 5 1 114 10
Hampton & Richmond Borough 2025–26[84] National League South 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Career total 262 12 17 2 12 2 19 1 310 17
  1. ^ Appearances in Football League Trophy
  2. ^ Appearance in Championship play-offs
  3. ^ a b Appearances in EFL Trophy
  4. ^ Two appearances in EFL Trophy and two appearances in League Two play-offs
  5. ^ a b Appearance in FA Trophy
  6. ^ Appearance FA Trophy and National League play-off
  7. ^ One appearance in FA Trophy; One Appearance in National League Cup

International

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As of match played 2 July 2021[85]
Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
Montserrat
2021 5 1
Total 5 1
Scores and results list Montserrat's goal tally first.[85]
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1. 2 June 2021 Estadio Panamericano, San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic  U.S. Virgin Islands
2–0
4–0
2022 FIFA World Cup qualification

Honours

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Chelsea Reserves

Personal life

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Ince is a third cousin to former England international Paul Ince and the nephew of former Wimbledon and Brighton & Hove Albion defender Eric Young.[7][6] His father died in November 2016 and during a 2–1 win over Fulham, Brighton & Hove Albion players wore black armbands in support for Ince.[87] Growing up, Ince attended Thamesmead School.

In August 2016, Ince was charged by Reading Crown Court for wounding with intent after being accused of smashing a bottle over a bouncer's head on Christmas Day the previous year. At the trial, he denied carrying out the attack and insisted it was a case of mistaken identity.[88] He was cleared of all charges after he was found not guilty.[89]

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from Grokipedia
Rohan Greg Ince (born 8 November 1992) is an English-born professional footballer who represents internationally and plays as a defensive for Hampton & Richmond Borough in the . Ince began his career in the youth academy of Chelsea, where he developed as a promising talent before making his senior debut on loan at Yeovil Town in the 2012–13 season. He joined & Hove Albion permanently in February 2013, signing an initial 18-month contract and progressing through their development squad to feature in the . During his time at , which lasted until 2018, Ince gained experience through loans, including spells at in the 2015–16 season and Town in League One during the 2016–17 campaign. After being released by in 2018, Ince missed the 2018–19 season due to a injury. He joined Bury on loan in League One for the 2017–18 season, making 22 league appearances before the club's relegation. Following his recovery, Ince signed with Cheltenham Town in July 2019, contributing to their promotion from the National League to League Two in the 2019–20 season. He moved to Maidenhead United in November 2020, making 31 appearances in the National League, and then joined in July 2021, where he spent four seasons, captaining the side and playing over 110 games in the National League. In July 2025, Ince transferred to on a free transfer, bringing his experience from nearly all levels of English football—from the youth system to the fifth tier—to the club. On the international stage, Ince earned his first call-up to the Montserrat national team in March 2021 for and made his debut shortly thereafter. He has since accumulated five caps and one goal for , including his debut international goal in a 4–0 victory over the U.S. Virgin Islands in June 2021. Standing at 1.91 meters tall, Ince is known for his physical presence and versatility, having also played as a centre-back and central throughout his career.

Early life

Family background

Rohan Ince was born on 8 November 1992 in , , . Ince is of Montserratian descent through his family, which established his eligibility to represent the . He is the third cousin of former international and professional footballer , whose successful career at clubs including Manchester United and provided familial inspiration in the sport. Additionally, Ince is the nephew of former professional defender Eric Young, who played for clubs such as & Hove Albion and in the 1980s and 1990s, and represented internationally. His uncle's experiences in professional football, including time at , offered Ince early insights and encouragement, fostering his interest in the game from a young age.

Education and youth development

Ince joined the Chelsea academy at the age of seven in 1999, marking the beginning of his structured youth development in professional football. Over the following years, he advanced steadily through the club's , featuring regularly for age-group teams and demonstrating versatility as a defender and . This progression culminated in Ince signing his first professional contract with Chelsea in July 2010, securing his status as a promising talent within the organization. A highlight of his youth career came during the 2009–10 season, when Ince contributed to Chelsea's under-18 side winning the ; the team defeated Aston Villa 3–2 on aggregate in the final, with Ince starting in both legs.

Club career

Chelsea

Ince signed his first professional contract with Chelsea in July 2010, marking the start of his senior professional phase at the club. Despite regular appearances for the during the 2011–12 season, he received no first-team opportunities and remained on the fringes of the senior squad. In July 2012, Ince joined League One side Yeovil Town on a six-month loan to gain senior experience. His debut was delayed by a pre-season injury, but he ultimately made two appearances in League One, including one start, before being recalled by Chelsea in September. Overall, Ince's time at Chelsea from 2009 to 2013 was characterized by limited senior exposure, with zero first-team appearances across all competitions. In 2013, following a successful , he departed on a free transfer to sign an 18-month development contract with Brighton & Hove Albion.

Brighton & Hove Albion

Ince joined Brighton & Hove Albion on 5 February 2013, signing an initial 18-month contract with the club after a successful , having been released by Chelsea earlier that season. The move came on a free transfer, allowing the 20-year-old to continue his development in the . He quickly integrated into the squad, making his senior debut in August 2013 under manager Oscar García and establishing himself as a versatile defensive known for his physical presence and ball-winning ability. Over the course of his five-year spell at from 2013 to 2018, Ince made 72 league appearances and scored 1 goal for the first team, contributing to their promotion push in the 2016–17 season before their eventual ascent the following year. His role often involved providing solidity in midfield during transitional phases, though opportunities became scarcer as the team climbed the divisions and competition for places intensified. Ince extended his contract multiple times, signing deals in January 2014 until 2016 and again in September 2015 until 2018, reflecting the club's faith in his potential despite fluctuating playing time. To gain further experience, Ince was loaned to in the on 1 February 2016 for the remainder of the 2015–16 season, where he made 10 appearances and scored 1 goal, helping the Cottagers in their fight against relegation. The following year, on 31 January 2017, he joined League One side Swindon Town on loan until the end of the 2016–17 campaign, featuring in 14 matches and netting 2 goals during a challenging period for the club. His most significant loan came on 25 August 2017, when he moved to Bury in League One for the entire 2017–18 season, appearing 22 times as the suffered relegation to League Two. Ince's time at Brighton concluded with his release on 8 June 2018, after his contract expired and following limited first-team starts in the preceding seasons, as the club prioritized higher-profile signings ahead of their debut.

Cheltenham Town

In July 2019, following his release from & Hove Albion and a year sidelined by a , Rohan Ince signed a one-year contract with League Two club Cheltenham Town as a . This marked his first permanent move after several loan spells earlier in his . Ince made his debut for the Robins on 3 August 2019 in a 1–0 league defeat away to Leyton Orient, though he was sent off late in the match for violent conduct, resulting in a five-game ban. Over the course of the 2019–20 season, his involvement was limited, with just 9 appearances in League Two, totaling 281 minutes played, primarily as a defensive midfielder. He also featured in cup competitions, contributing to a total of 15 appearances across all fronts, but did not score or assist. Cheltenham opted not to renew Ince's contract, and he was among five players released on 23 June 2020, after the club's defeat to Northampton Town in the League Two play-off semi-finals. His limited playing time during the season, amid competition in midfield, contributed to the decision as the club reshaped its squad for the following campaign.

Maidenhead United

In November 2020, following his release from League Two club Cheltenham Town earlier that year, Rohan Ince transitioned to non-League football by signing for National League side Maidenhead United on a short-term deal after impressing during a trial period. The 28-year-old midfielder, who brought experience from professional clubs like Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion, made an immediate impact by debuting in a 2–1 victory away at Chesterfield on 14 November, helping the Magpies extend a strong run of form. Ince quickly became a regular in Alan Devonshire's squad, providing defensive solidity and midfield control during a challenging season affected by the . Over the 2020–21 campaign, he featured in 30 league and cup appearances, accumulating 2,613 minutes on the pitch without scoring, as finished 18th in the National League and avoided relegation. His performances were noted for adding professionalism and composure to the team, particularly in high-stakes matches against promotion contenders. Ince's stint at Maidenhead lasted just one season, with his contract expiring at the end of June 2021; he subsequently moved on to another National League club, seeking further opportunities in the fifth tier.

Woking

In July 2021, Rohan Ince joined on a two-year contract following his release from United, where he had spent the previous season in the National League. During his tenure, Ince became a pivotal figure in midfield, providing defensive solidity and contributing offensively with consistent performances across four seasons in the fifth tier. He made 103 appearances in the National League, scoring 8 goals between 2021 and 2025, while his overall record for the club reached 114 appearances and 10 goals when including cup competitions. In May 2023, Ince signed a two-year extension, committing his services to until June 2025 and underscoring his importance to the squad amid their push for stability in the division. On 6 May 2025, announced that Ince would depart at the end of his contract after four years, having been a regular starter and leader in the engine room during a period that saw the club navigate mid-table finishes and occasional playoff contention.

On 30 May 2025, following his departure from at the end of the previous season, Rohan Ince signed with club on a free transfer, marking his move to the sixth tier of English football. Ince joined the Beavers as an experienced defensive midfielder, bringing leadership and tactical acumen from his prior spells in the National League to help stabilize the midfield in the lower non-League pyramid. As of November 2025, Ince has made 4 appearances for Hampton & Richmond Borough in the 2025–26 season, without scoring any goals.

International career

Youth international career

Despite progressing through the Chelsea academy from a young age, Rohan Ince did not earn any caps for England's international teams. Ince was eligible to represent due to his family heritage but did not receive any call-ups or make appearances at the level for the nation.

Senior international career

Ince received his first call-up to the senior national team for the qualifiers in March 2021. He made his debut on 24 March 2021, starting in a 2–2 draw against at the Antigua Recreation Ground. Four days later, on 28 March 2021, he featured in a 1–1 draw versus , helping secure Montserrat's progression from the first round. Ince earned five caps for between March and July 2021, all during the second round of qualifying. He scored his lone international goal on 2 June 2021, netting the second in a 4–0 victory over the U.S. Virgin Islands at Estadio Panamericano in . Six days later, on 8 June 2021, he appeared in Montserrat's 2–1 win over . His final appearance came on 2 July 2021 in a 6–1 defeat to in the Gold Cup playoff.

Career statistics

Club

Rohan Ince has accumulated 303 senior club appearances and 17 goals across various leagues and cup competitions as of November 19, 2025. His career statistics reflect stints at multiple clubs, primarily in the and non-league divisions, with limited assists recorded in available data. Senior appearances exclude youth and U23 matches. The following table summarizes Ince's senior club appearances, goals, and assists (where documented) by club, encompassing all competitions.
ClubAppearancesGoalsAssists
106100
Brighton & Hove Albion9144
Maidenhead United3000
Bury2800
Cheltenham Town1501
Swindon Town1421
1010
Yeovil Town400
Hampton & Richmond Borough500
Total303176
In league competitions specifically, Ince has recorded 262 appearances and 12 goals up to the end of the 2024–25 season, with additional appearances in the 2025–26 season for Hampton & Richmond Borough bringing the league total to approximately 267. Cup matches account for the remaining appearances, including 36 games and 5 goals across , , and other domestic cups.

International

Ince has represented the Montserrat national team on five occasions, scoring one goal, with all appearances occurring in 2021. His caps consist of four matches in the and one in the .

Honours

Club honours

During his youth career at Chelsea, Ince contributed to the team's victory in the 2009–10 , defeating Aston Villa 3–2 on aggregate in the final. Ince has not won any senior club honours across his professional stints with teams including Brighton & Hove Albion, Swindon Town, and others in the EFL and non-League.

International honours

As of November 2025, Rohan Ince has not received any international honours during his appearances for the Montserrat national team. The Montserrat national football team has not won any regional or international titles or awards in its history, including during Ince's tenure.

Personal life

Family

Rohan Ince's father passed away in November 2016, shortly before a Championship match against Fulham. In a show of during Brighton's 2–1 victory over on 26 November 2016, his teammates wore black armbands to support him, an initiative praised by manager as a testament to the squad's unity. Hughton highlighted Ince's quieter personality but emphasized the equal depth of affection from the group, especially amid recent bereavements within the team. Ince hails from a family with ties to professional football; he is the nephew of former defender Eric Young, who played for clubs including Wimbledon and & Hove Albion, and the third cousin of ex-England captain . In 2017, Rohan Ince was tried at Reading on a charge of wounding with intent to cause , stemming from an alleged on a nightclub doorman in Windsor on Day 2015. The incident reportedly involved Ince smashing a bottle of over the head of bouncer Gregor Jurcic outside the Atik , an event that occurred while Ince was on loan to Swindon Town from & Hove Albion. Ince denied the charge, claiming and stating he had not been holding a bottle during the altercation. Following a two-day , Ince was unanimously acquitted by the jury on 15 February 2017, with the court finding insufficient evidence to support the prosecution's case. No further criminal proceedings arose from the incident, and Ince was released without conviction. As of November 2025, no other legal issues or criminal charges have been reported involving Ince in his adult life.

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