Man City Faces Sanctions After Financial Rules Verdict

Manchester City, owned by Abu Dhabi's City Football Group, was found guilty by an independent disciplinary commission of breaching financial regulations. The club has rejected the verdict and plans to appeal, claiming innocence and possessing "irrefutable evidence." The appeal process requires sending an email to the commission chair, who will appoint a three-person appeal board with at least one judicial member. The hearing should conclude within 12 weeks.

Possible sanctions include fines, points deduction, or even expulsion from the Premier League—something that has never happened before. If expelled, City could apply for membership in the English Football League, potentially starting in League Two. The club's punishment will be determined in a separate, confidential hearing. tbzikra.org