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Footballer Stalked: Attacker Sentenced
21 Jan
Summary
- Man stalked Liverpool midfielder Marie Hobinger with disturbing messages.
- Player's performance and well-being were negatively impacted by the stalking.
- Stalker received an 18-month community order and two-year restraining order.
A man has been handed a significant restraining order and community sentence for stalking Liverpool footballer Marie Hobinger. Mangal Dalal, 42, targeted the Austria international with disturbing messages.
During the stalking campaign, Dalal sent images of underwear and expressed violent intentions towards Hobinger. These actions caused the midfielder considerable distress.
The court heard that Hobinger's performance on the pitch was negatively affected. She also felt anxious in her home and changed her daily routines.
Additionally, Hobinger limited her interactions with fans on matchdays due to the stalking. Dalal, from west London, was issued an 18-month community order and a two-year restraining order. He was also required to pay £650 in costs and a £114 victim surcharge.
