Manchester City faces a major hearing over 115 financial breaches. The trial could affect their future in the Premier League, with potential fines or even relegation.
On Monday, a special hearing will start to look into claims that the club broke 115 financial rules between 2009 and 2018. The hearing could last up to 10 weeks, and the final decision might come before the end of the soccer season.
Manchester City, one of the top soccer clubs in England, is accused of hiding important financial information. They are also accused of not being honest about payments made to players and coaches.
The Premier League believes the club broke many rules about how teams should spend and report money. However, Manchester City has always denied doing anything wrong.
If they are found guilty, they could face serious punishments. This could include paying large fines, losing points in the league, or even being removed from the Premier League. That would be a big deal for the team, which has won many trophies in the last decade, including eight Premier League titles and a Champions League.
Their manager, Pep Guardiola, is ready for the hearing. He says that Manchester City is innocent until proven guilty. "I’m looking forward to the decision," Guardiola said.
This isn’t the first time City has faced trouble for financial issues. Back in 2020, UEFA banned them from the Champions League for breaking spending rules. However, they won an appeal and avoided punishment.
The hearing will take place behind closed doors, but soccer fans everywhere will be watching closely. The results could shape Manchester City’s future in a big way.
