John Stones Fined for Speeding in Cheshire as Inter Milan Defender Misses Court Date

England and Inter Milan defender John Stones has been fined £1,000 for a speeding offence committed in Cheshire earlier this year. The 32 year old was caught driving his £100,000 Land Rover at 43mph in a 30mph zone on May 8.

He was convicted in his absence after missing a court summons, a situation that arose because he was away with the England squad at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. Stones is now playing his club football in Italy following his summer move from Manchester City.

A Missed Court Date During the World Cup

The legal proceedings against Stones were complicated by his international commitments. A court in Cheshire heard the case on October 9, but the defender was not present. His legal team explained he had been with the England team during the tournament, which concluded in July with a semi final appearance against Argentina in Atlanta.

Because of this, he did not receive the initial court paperwork. The specific offence occurred in Knutsford. In a separate report from France, it was noted Stones was flashed doing 69 km/h in a 48 km/h zone, which aligns with the 43mph in a 30mph zone charge.

The Details of the Speeding Offence

Stones was clocked by a speed camera. This incident adds an off field distraction for the player as he settles into life at his new club.

His move to Serie A giants Inter Milan was one of the major transfers of the recent window, ending a long and trophy laden spell at Manchester City. The focus for Stones now will be on maintaining his form for both club and country, but this fine is a minor blot on his copybook.

Stones's Current Club Situation

After over a decade in English football, Stones's transfer to Inter Milan marks a new chapter. The defender was a key part of England's run to the World Cup semi finals last summer, starting in the dramatic 2 1 extra time defeat to Argentina on July 15.

His experience will be vital for an Inter side competing at the top of Serie A and in Europe. While this speeding fine is a personal administrative matter, his primary concern is performing on the pitch for his new team. Fans can track his and the team's progress via the club's [fixtures](/fixtures) and [standings](/standings) pages.

• John Stones was fined £1,000 for speeding in Cheshire on May 8.
• He missed his court date because he was at the 2026 World Cup with England.
• The defender now plays for Inter Milan after leaving Manchester City.
• He received six penalty points on his driving licence.