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Man City awaits appeal ruling on Premier League financial breaches

Manchester City was convicted of more than 100 Premier League rule violations and has contested the verdict. A decision on its challenge may come soon, with a hearing expected by January, and severe penalties would follow if the conviction stands.

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What happened

The club was convicted over a hundred Premier League financial breaches and has challenged the verdict. The chair of the Independent Regulator, David Kogan, has indicated the appeal could be resolved soon, with a hearing expected by January.

Why it matters

Premier League clubs are reported to be unhappy with the process, and City faces strong sanctions if the guilty result stands.

Timeline

  1. Oct 14, 7:12 AM ET: The regulator's chair said he expected Manchester City's appeal to be heard by January, and the Premier League wants the case resolved within the season.
  2. Oct 15, 2:23 AM ET: City appealed the guilty verdict, while being warned of the size of a points deduction it could face if the result is upheld.

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