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Man City guilty on 114 breaches in Premier League ruling

By Drooid · Oct 13, 2026, 10:52 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Manchester City Appeals

Manchester City defeated Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield, prompting travelling fans to celebrate.
An independent commission found City guilty of over 100 serious Premier League financial breaches from 2009-10 to 2017-18.
City lodged an appeal on October 1, with the Premier League requiring the hearing to finish by mid-December.
Captain Ruben Dias defended the celebrations, saying players trust the club and will enjoy victories however they feel.

Summary

Manchester City Found

Committee found City guilty of 114 of 115 charges, citing sham sponsor contracts.
Investigators said Abu Dhabi United Group injected private money disguised as commercial revenue.
City’s net transfer spending 2009-18 topped £1.2 bn, about 50 % more than rivals.
The ruling noted 19 other Premier League clubs also face financial breach investigations.
Other clubs may sue, claiming City’s illegal spending gave them an unfair advantage.

History

Historical Context

Roman Abramovich’s 2003 £200 million acquisition of Chelsea ushered in an era of billionaire investment that spurred calls for stricter club finance oversight. Today, the Premier League’s independent commission, built on those early concerns, has ruled Manchester City guilty of 114 financial breaches, highlighting ongoing challenges in regulating disguised revenue streams.

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Manchester City Appeals

Manchester City defeated Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield, prompting travelling fans to celebrate.
An independent commission found City guilty of over 100 serious Premier League financial breaches from 2009-10 to 2017-18.
City lodged an appeal on October 1, with the Premier League requiring the hearing to finish by mid-December.
Captain Ruben Dias defended the celebrations, saying players trust the club and will enjoy victories however they feel.

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