Boateng, 2014 World Cup winner, stopped for driving without license
Former German defender Jérôme Boateng was stopped by police in Germany for driving without a valid license, which was revoked in October 2025.
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Jérôme Boateng, the former German defender who won the World Cup in 2014, was stopped by police in Germany for driving without a valid license. His driving license had been revoked in October 2025, and he was operating a vehicle without authorization at the time of the traffic stop.
The Munich prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the incident. Under German law, driving without a valid license while subject to an active driving prohibition can result in criminal penalties, including potential fines or up to one year in prison if convicted.
Boateng, who retired from professional football in September 2025, announced his departure from the sport through his personal social media accounts. The 36-year-old defender had a notable career spanning several top European clubs. He played for Bayern Munich, where he was part of the squad during his most prominent years, and represented the German national team. He also had a spell with Italian club Salernitana. Boateng is the brother of Kevin-Prince Boateng, the former AC Milan player.
The incident marks another legal matter for Boateng. In 2024, he was convicted of assault. The current driving violation case is now under examination by authorities in Munich, where the prosecutor's office is handling the investigation into the circumstances of the traffic stop and the driving without a valid license charge.