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He Was Teammates with Harry Kane and Luka Modric – Now He’s Convicted of Fare Dodging

While Harry Kane was winning the 2026 Ballon d’Or, his former teammate was being investigated by London authorities.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 9:05 PM
He Was Teammates with Harry Kane and Luka Modric – Now He’s Convicted of Fare Dodging
Key Things to Know
  • Former Tottenham defender Sebastien Bassong has been convicted of dodging a £7 train fare in London.
  • Bassong was caught using another person's nominee pass at St Paul's Station on May 2.
  • Wimbledon Magistrates' Court ordered Bassong to pay £565 in total fines, fees, and costs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Sebastien Bassong has been convicted of fare dodging in London after using a train driver's nominee pass that did not belong to him. Bassong was caught tailgating through ticket barriers at St Paul's Station on May 2.

Wimbledon Magistrates' Court convicted Bassong on October 30 of traveling without a valid ticket. He was ordered to pay a total of £565, which includes a £220 fine, £250 in prosecution costs, the unpaid £7 fare, and an £88 victim surcharge.

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