Simon Pentol KC is a leading barrister recognised for his expertise in sports disciplinary, regulatory, and advisory work, particularly in football and boxing. Combining a distinguished criminal law background with deep knowledge of sports regulation, he is frequently instructed by federations such as The FA, CAF, and the Ghana FA, as well as clubs, athletes, and corporate partners, including in sports–criminal law crossover cases. Simon’s high-profile client work includes representing boxers Dereck Chisora and James DeGale and advising former Premier League footballers, alongside serving as a trusted legal analyst for major broadcasters. He is a board member of the British Association for Sport and Law, a long-standing lecturer on the BASL–De Montfort University Post Graduate course in Sports Law, and a regular speaker at sports law conferences. His reputation for courtroom skill, strategic insight, and understanding of media and PR makes him highly sought after in the sports sector.