Footballer Ched Evans will go on trial today accused of raping a teenage girl.
The 27-year-old striker is alleged to have attacked the 19-year-old at a Premier Inn near Rhyl, North Wales, in May 2011.
The former Manchester City and Sheffield United star, who has made 13 appearances for Wales, denies the charge against him.
His trial at Cardiff Crown Court is expected to last two weeks and will be presided over by Judge Mrs Justice Nicola Davies.
Scroll down for live updates on the case.
Prosecutor Simon Medland QC and defence barrister Judith Khan QC are now discussing some legal matters with the judge.
Evans, a dad of one, is alleged to have attacked the teenager at a hotel near Rhyl, North Wales, in 2011.
The Wales striker denies the charge against him.
The prosecution is expected to open its case later today.
Mrs Justice Davies has reminded everyone in court that the complainant in the case has the automatic right to lifelong anonymity.
She has confirmed that no witnesses will be called during today’s proceedings.
The hearing is expected to last two weeks.
Evans is now in the dock at Cardiff Crown Court, which is fronted by large glass panels.
Two microphones sit between the panels and one hangs down from the ceiling.
Mrs Justice Davies DBE has just come into the courtroom.
Evans will appear in the large glass-fronted dock at the back of the courtroom.
The barristers are walking into court now, holding a large number of books and folders.
The crown prosecutor is Simon Medland QC, assisted by John Philpotts.
Evans is being represented by Judith Khan QC, assisted by David Emanuel.
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