Arsenal footballer Reiss Nelson arrived at Hendon Magistrates’ Court on Monday 4 September to face trial after his dog allegedly attacked a therapeutic massage therapist at his home in north London.
He was seen protecting his face as he entered the building.
It is claimed therapeutic massage therapist Saeid Motaali was left injured by the animal, named Tiago, on 2 December 2020.
Nelson, 23, was charged with being accountable for a canine which triggered damage whereas dangerously uncontrolled.
He has denied the fees.