news, san francisco. the footballer benjamin mendy has been cleared of rape, following a three week trial at chester crown court. the footballer benjamin mendy has been cleared of rape, following a three week trial at chester crown court. the former manchester city player had been accused of raping one young woman and the attempted rape of another. he was found not guilty on both counts, as laura trant reports. benjamin mendy left court today after breaking down in tears as the not guilty verdicts were read out. this is the second time that mr mendy has been tried and found not guilty by the jury. he is delighted that both juries reached the correct verdict. the french international footballer and world cup winner would have faced a lengthyjail sentence if convicted, but after a three week trial at chester crown courts, the jury took three hours and 15 minutes before reaching their conclusion. the 28 year old was accused of attacking a 24 year old