Footballer Adam Johnson to find out result of child sex conviction appeal

At the start of his trial at Bradford Crown Court, Johnson admitted grooming the girl and one charge of sexual activity with a child, relating to kissing her.

Former England footballer Adam Johnson finds out today if he has succeeded in appeal moves after being jailed for engaging in sexual activity with a besotted 15-year-old fan.

Three judges at the Court of Appeal in London are announcing their decision in a bid by the 29-year-old to challenge both his conviction and six-year sentence.