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Manchester City have been found guilty on almost all of the charges relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations.
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Manchester City was found guilty on almost all charges related to breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations as of September 25, 2026.
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{
    "date": "2026-09-25"
}
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September 25, 2026 at 4:07 PM (2 weeks ago)
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September 25, 2026 at 4:07 PM (2 weeks ago)

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https://nytimes.com/athletic/7644529/2026/09/30/manchester-city-sham-financial-charges-punishment

An independent commission's findings reveal Manchester City manipulated financial records, using 'sham contracts' and 'disguised funding' to inflate revenues by over £900 million. This deception allowed the club to bypass spending limits and accumulate trophies, leading to calls for severe punishment, including potential relegation.

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https://nytimes.com/athletic/7049721/2026/09/25/manchester-city-charges-verdict-premier-league

Manchester City has been found guilty on almost all of the 115 charges related to breaches of the Premier League's financial regulations. Sanctions are pending, with City expected to appeal the decision. The charges stem from an investigation into alleged breaches between 2009 and 2018.

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https://nytimes.com/athletic/7643269/2026/09/29/manchester-city-verdict-charges-premier-league

Manchester City has been found guilty of 'sham payments' and artificially inflating revenue by over £900 million by an independent regulatory commission. The club faces severe sanctions and plans to appeal the 'devastating verdict'.

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https://nytimes.com/athletic/7637772/2026/09/28/manchester-city-damages-premier-league-clubs-finances

Manchester City has been found guilty of financial rule-breaking, leading to discussions of massive compensation claims from other Premier League clubs. The article explores the far-reaching financial impact of City's actions, including prize money, TV revenue, and Champions League qualification, and speculates on the broader consequences for football.

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https://nytimes.com/athletic/7644050/2026/09/30/man-city-premier-league-case-findings-breakdown

Manchester City has been found guilty of serious breaches of Premier League financial regulations between 2009 and 2018, including artificially inflating income through 'disguised funding' schemes. The club maintains its innocence and plans to appeal the 'damning' verdict.

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