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Manchester City and Premier League financial rule breaches
15 articles · 26 September 2026 – 21 October 2026
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- Al Mubarak: Proceedings against City are far from overThe club's chairman has stated that the club has 'a complete set of irrefutable evidence' and the right to appeal.
- Manchester City found guilty of 115 chargesPenalty pending; club to appeal
- Manchester City faces potential points deductionA proposal suggests the club could lose 20 to 25 points over three to five seasons, which would prevent qualification for the Champions League.
- Commission finds Manchester City guilty of breaching financial rulesIndependent commission finds false sponsorship agreements and hidden financing; penalty yet to be determined, club announces appeal.
- City appeal: Sponsors paid from Abu DhabiThe club will argue that key sponsorship deals were funded by state money, not the owners, following a ruling by an independent panel that found them guilty.
- Finance committee calls on tax authority to review City verdictDame Meg Hillier demands HMRC assure it is aware of the case's public interest following the verdict against City.
- FA: Ruling against City has significant implications for the integrity of footballThe Football Association is reviewing the ruling and will take action where appropriate.
- Manchester City appeal against ruling on financial rules breachThe club claims the verdict contains material errors, while the FA warns of consequences for the integrity of the game.
- City found guilty on most charges in Premier LeagueThe club has lodged an appeal, while players are concerned about the future of their contracts.
- Premier League clubs seek long-term sanctions for Manchester CityFollowing a finding of breaches of financial rules by an independent panel, some clubs believe a one-off points deduction is insufficient.
- City travel to Liverpool for first match after rulingThe Independent Commission has found City guilty on the majority of 115 financial charges, with an appeal process ongoing.
- Manchester City found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rulesThe club could be expelled from the Premier League following the ruling.
- Manchester City triumph on Anfield amid financial fair play allegationsCity secured a 3-0 victory in their first appearance since being found guilty of 114 charges.
- Daily Mail: City faces point deduction and relegationAccording to a Daily Mail exclusive, Manchester City is set for a major penalty, with further sanctions possible next season.
- UK regulator takes over Manchester City caseFRC is investigating accounting irregularities after the club was found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules.