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Premier League owner speaks out on Man City charges verdict – ‘No different to doping’

Acun Ilicali, the owner of Hull City, has had his say on the news that Manchester City have been found guilty of the majority of charges laid against them by the Premier League

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 4:40 PM
Premier League owner speaks out on Man City charges verdict – ‘No different to doping’
Key Things to Know
  • Hull City owner Acun Ilicali compared Manchester City breaching financial rules to Olympic doping.
  • Ilicali called for severe sanctions if Manchester City lose any appeal against their charges.
  • Manchester City continue to deny all 115 charges brought against them.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hull City owner Acun Ilicali stated that if Manchester City are found guilty of breaching financial rules, it is comparable to doping and winning an Olympic medal. Speaking on the 1904 Club podcast, Ilicali argued that any upheld ruling must carry severe penalties to deter other clubs from committing similar infractions.

Manchester City continue to deny all charges brought by the Premier League. Ilicali, whose club faced EFL transfer restrictions in 2025 over late payments, stressed that financial rule breaking creates unfair advantages and that harsh punishments are necessary to protect the future of football.

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