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Manchester City found guilty of financial rule breaches
Manchester City has been found guilty by an independent commission of financial rule-breaking in the Premier League. Following the verdict, Emirati officials reportedly warned the UK government that the UAE might halt investments in the country, stating that the Premier League's actions would 'have an influence on the bilateral state relationship'. The club has lodged a 'comprehensive' appeal against the decision. Separately, it was reported that the Manchester City whistleblower is set to lose witness protection days after the club's guilty verdict. Additionally, MPs are making decisions regarding potential pressure from HMRC on Manchester City after the Premier League verdict, with claims made by Unai Emery that 'many others' in the Premier League may also be involved in similar rule-breaking.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
- Left (2): Daily Mirror, The Guardian
- Centre (4): Evening Standard, Irish Independent, The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star