AN AMATEUR footballer was attacked during a six-a-side match.
The 23-year-old Pevensey man was playing at Langney Sports Club in Priory Road, Eastbourne, when he was assaulted, suffering facial injuries and needing hospital treatment.
He was playing for Beesley McClean against a team named De Gea Bar on August 20, and the attack happened at about 9pm.
A 27-year-old Hailsham man was quizzed by police and enquiries are ongoing.
The force is appealing for people who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Anyone with information should call 101 quoting serial 799 of 31/08.
You can also report anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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