Manchester City’s case against the Premier League is an assault on the fabric of football
7 months ago

Manchester City’s case against the Premier League is an assault on the fabric of football

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy For many within the Premier League, the latest Manchester City case is stark: it is “another decisive battle in the war for football’s future”. It is why there was an initial calm when The Times broke the story of City’s legal action against the Premier League on Tuesday, even if the public reaction whipped many into a resurgent fury. open image in gallery Pep Guardiola’s side have won four Premier League titles in a row Those problems become unsolvable if states of essentially unlimited wealth just put in whatever they want. open image in gallery Newcastle and the rest of the Premier League will watch the case unfold with interest As to why City are pursuing this, many in the Premier League view it as a “counter-attack” regarding the 115 charges.

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Manchester City’s on-field woes could be dwarfed by legal defeat in impending judgement
8 hours, 39 minutes ago

Manchester City’s on-field woes could be dwarfed by legal defeat in impending judgement

The Hindu  

Premier League champions Manchester City’s well-chronicled troubles on the field this season could pale into insignificance in the coming weeks if an independent commission rules that the club has breached multiple financial regulations. FILE PHOTO: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola looks dejected after West Ham United’s Niclas Fullkrug scores its first goal during a Premier League encounter. “They were relatively …

The irreversible effect of football and why ‘cold, hard money’ doesn’t always win
2 weeks ago

The irreversible effect of football and why ‘cold, hard money’ doesn’t always win

The Independent  

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Manchester City vs Premier League case concludes as verdict awaited on 115 charges
1 month ago

Manchester City vs Premier League case concludes as verdict awaited on 115 charges

India Today  

Manchester City’s long-awaited hearing into allegations of 115 breaches of Premier League regulations has officially concluded, as reported on December 9. Manchester City has firmly denied all accusations, but if found guilty, the reigning Premier League champions could face significant penalties, including relegation from the league. Should the independent panel rule against City, the consequences could be severe - a …

Premier League desperate to avoid spiralling into further crisis at crunch meeting
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Premier League desperate to avoid spiralling into further crisis at crunch meeting

The Independent  

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Premier League clubs descend into civil war after Man City court case
3 months ago

Premier League clubs descend into civil war after Man City court case

The Independent  

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Inside the ‘insane’ nature of Man City’s latest court case and what it means for football’s future
3 months ago

Inside the ‘insane’ nature of Man City’s latest court case and what it means for football’s future

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. By Monday evening, Manchester City were sending a letter to the Premier …

Man City and Premier League’s legal battle leaves alarming threat to ‘half the clubs’
3 months ago

Man City and Premier League’s legal battle leaves alarming threat to ‘half the clubs’

The Independent  

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Manchester City vs the Premier League: The APT verdict (briefly) explained
3 months ago

Manchester City vs the Premier League: The APT verdict (briefly) explained

New York Times  

We have a resolution — of sorts. City’s sponsorship network has historically been tied to figures who sit on the board of the City Football Group, meaning that APT rules affect them much more than other Premier League clubs. For example, while City released a statement containing eight bullet points, each purporting to be a major win, the Premier League …

Man City and Arsenal’s genuine hatred sparks a very different Premier League rivalry
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Man City and Arsenal’s genuine hatred sparks a very different Premier League rivalry

The Independent  

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Joleon Lescott and Rio Ferdinand debate impact of Manchester City's 'trial of the century' on players - as ex-captain reveals how 115 charges case has been discussed at the club
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Joleon Lescott and Rio Ferdinand debate impact of Manchester City's 'trial of the century' on players - as ex-captain reveals how 115 charges case has been discussed at the club

Daily Mail  

Rio Ferdinand has insisted Manchester City's players will be unaffected by the club's ongoing trial as they fight against 115 charges issued by the Premier League. Ahead of Man City's opening Champions League tie of the season against Inter Milan, TNT Sport pundits Rio Ferdinand and Joleon Lescott discussed the potential impact of the hearing on Man City's squad. Lord …

Manchester City hearing to examine 115 Premier League charges starts in London
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester City hearing to examine 115 Premier League charges starts in London

The Independent  

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A new Premier League season awaits - but Man City’s legal case casts a long and inevitable shadow
4 months, 3 weeks ago

A new Premier League season awaits - but Man City’s legal case casts a long and inevitable shadow

The Independent  

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Why are Manchester City suing the Premier League and what happens next?
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Why are Manchester City suing the Premier League and what happens next?

The Independent  

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Manchester City sue Premier League as bitter battle takes new twist
7 months ago

Manchester City sue Premier League as bitter battle takes new twist

The Independent  

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Man City are taking legal action against the Premier League – what does it all mean?
7 months ago

Man City are taking legal action against the Premier League – what does it all mean?

New York Times  

Manchester City are opening a new front in their legal battle with the Premier League. However, City and Newcastle’s close links to state investment offer them a far deeper well — which is why rival Premier League clubs mobilised to close the loophole. “This could reverse the moves made to ensure that clubs operate within their means — something people …

Premier League chief issues update on Man City’s financial charges
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Premier League chief issues update on Man City’s financial charges

The Independent  

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The contradiction at the heart of Leicester City’s case with the Premier League
9 months, 2 weeks ago

The contradiction at the heart of Leicester City’s case with the Premier League

The Independent  

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Premier League sets date for hearing over Man City’s alleged FFP breaches
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Premier League sets date for hearing over Man City’s alleged FFP breaches

The Independent  

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Premier League says a date has been set for hearing into Manchester City’s legal case
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Premier League says a date has been set for hearing into Manchester City’s legal case

Associated Press  

LONDON — A resolution to Manchester City’s legal case with the Premier League might not be far away. Speaking before a parliamentary select committee, Masters was questioned over why some financial investigations, like those involving Everton and Nottingham Forest, could be dealt with quickly and others, like City’s, took longer. Since being hit with the slew of charges, City has …

Charges Manchester City Face 'Completely Different' From Everton Says Pep Guardiola
1 year, 1 month ago

Charges Manchester City Face 'Completely Different' From Everton Says Pep Guardiola

News 18  

Pep Guardiola says he would stay at Manchester City even if the club are found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules and relegated to third-tier League One as a punishment. ️ “There is more chance to stay if we are in League One than winning the Champions League”Pep Guardiola says financial charges facing Manchester City are “completely different” to …

Why Man City’s FFP case could be another Super League moment for football
1 year, 7 months ago

Why Man City’s FFP case could be another Super League moment for football

The Independent  

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Why the Premier League is ‘going to war’ with Man City
1 year, 11 months ago

Why the Premier League is ‘going to war’ with Man City

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Premier League’s published list of more than 100 alleged breaches should …

Man City news - LIVE: FFP charges come from Premier League as City release club statement
1 year, 11 months ago

Man City news - LIVE: FFP charges come from Premier League as City release club statement

The Independent  

✕ Close Manchester City at risk of being expelled from Premier League after alleged rule breaches Manchester City have been charged by the Premier League with numerous breaches of their financial rules, following a four-year investigation into the finances of the current Premier League champions. In an unprecedented statement, the Premier League alleged that the breaches came over nine seasons, …

Which rules have Man City been accused of breaking?
1 year, 11 months ago

Which rules have Man City been accused of breaking?

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In respect of each of Seasons 2009/10 to 2017/18 inclusive, the Premier …

Manchester City’s FFP story not over as secret legal battle with Premier League emerges
3 years, 8 months ago

Manchester City’s FFP story not over as secret legal battle with Premier League emerges

The Independent  

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Manchester City 'shocked that Liverpool are in group of sides trying to uphold Champions League ban'
4 years, 9 months ago

Manchester City 'shocked that Liverpool are in group of sides trying to uphold Champions League ban'

Daily Mail  

Manchester City have been left shocked by Liverpool's involvement in a group of clubs trying to stop a stay of their Champions League ban as they appeal, according to reports. City have been handed a two-year ban from European competition after breaching Financial Fair Play rules and have launched an appeal against the decision from UEFA in the Court of …

Manchester City launch legal bid to stop potential Champions League ban, claim British reports
5 years, 7 months ago

Manchester City launch legal bid to stop potential Champions League ban, claim British reports

Firstpost  

Manchester City have launched a legal bid to stop UEFA banning them from the Champions League over alleged financial misconduct, according to British media reports on Thursday. London: Manchester City have launched a legal bid to stop UEFA banning them from the Champions League over alleged financial misconduct, according to British media reports on Thursday. City, who retained the Premier …

Manchester City responds to UEFA ban reports
5 years, 7 months ago

Manchester City responds to UEFA ban reports

The Hindu  

Manchester City is concerned its "good faith" in UEFA's investigation into its financial affairs could be "misplaced" following reports the Premier League champion is facing a one-year ban from the Champions League. "Manchester City FC is fully cooperating in good faith with the CFCB IC’s ongoing investigation," the statement read. READ| UEFA panel to recommend Man City Champions League ban, …

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