The Manchester City financial hearing concluded on December 6, 2024, after a 12-week session at the International Dispute Resolution Centre in London. The Premier League accused Manchester City of violating over 100 financial rules from 2009 to 2018. Key allegations include misreporting financial information, player and managerial wages, and breaching UEFA’s Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules. The independent commission will review the evidence and announce a decision, potentially by March 2025. Sanctions could range from a points deduction to expulsion from the league. Appeals could delay the final resolution further. Read the full article.
Discussion Question: What impact do you think these allegations will have on Manchester City’s reputation and performance in future seasons?
