Irish International Footballer Darren Gibson could be facing jail-time

Source: independent.ng

Darren Gibson has faced troubles in recent times

Republic of Ireland footballer Darron Gibson has been told he faces jail-time.

After admitting to a second drink-drive charge in less than three years at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court.

The 30-year-old was three times over the limit when he crashed his Mercedes into parked cars on St Patrick’s Day.

Gibson, who played for Manchester United, Everton and Sunderland, was previously involved in a serious collision in 2015 when his car hit three cyclists who were fixing a wheel on the pavement.

According to the Belfast Telegraph, Chairman of the Magistrates bench David Randall said: “Mr Gibson, this is the second offence in less than three years.”

Speaking about sentencing, Mr Randall said: “We feel this aggravates it into the custody band.”

Gibson will be sentenced on May 25 after medical reports are provided.

Sunderland terminated his contract after he was charged following the March 17 crash.