From the Guardian · · 2m
Raheem Sterling's fall from grace
Sterling faces prison after dangerous driving plea.
In brief
Sterling faces prison after dangerous driving plea. Raheem Sterling, former England star, awaits sentencing for dangerous driving and nitrous oxide possession after his career collapse. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Sterling's rise
Raheem Sterling went from Liverpool prospect to England star and marquee Chelsea signing after huge success at Manchester City.
Current crisis
Sterling awaits sentencing for dangerous driving and nitrous oxide possession after pleading guilty at Basingstoke magistrates court.
Career divergence
Harry Kane continues to break records with 73 goals last season while Sterling faces career collapse.
Early promise
Sterling was Liverpool's first team prospect at 17 with natural strength beyond many adults.
Rejection of contract
Sterling rejected a £100,000-a-week contract and became engulfed in public storm.
Public backlash
Liverpool-supporting pundits turned on him after Sterling told Roy Hodgson he was too tired for a game against Estonia.
Racial abuse
Sterling faced racially motivated attack outside Manchester City and abuse from Chelsea supporters.
Peak performance
Sterling won domestic treble with City and scored two goals in FA Cup final in 2019.
Rise to prominence
Xavi Hernández claimed Sterling was winning the race to replace Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Chelsea move
Sterling signed five-year contract on £325,000 a week with Chelsea after Tuchel's takeover.
Manager changes
Sterling played under Graham Potter, Frank Lampard, Mauricio Pochettino and Enzo Maresca at Chelsea.
Decline at Chelsea
Sterling's output dwindled from 23 goals and 14 assists in 2017-18 to 31 and 10 in 2019-20.
Forced out
Maresca told Sterling he was not part of his plans two days before 2024-25 season started.
Loan to Arsenal
Sterling scored once for Arsenal in Carabao Cup game against Bolton on 25 September 2024.
Feyenoord move
Sterling rebuilt career under Robin van Persie at Feyenoord after Chelsea release.
The bottom line
Raheem Sterling, former England star, awaits sentencing for dangerous driving and nitrous oxide possession after his career collapse.
