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Man City’s sponsor threatens legal action against Premier League after guilty verdict over financial breaches

ETIHAD Airways - the chief sponsor of Manchester City - has threatened legal action against the Premier League after the club was found guilty of 114 charges. In a long statement on Wednesday night, the sponsor said it was going…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 7:59 PM
Man City’s sponsor threatens legal action against Premier League after guilty verdict over financial breaches
Key Things to Know
  • Etihad Airways threatened legal action against the Premier League following Manchester City's guilty verdict for financial breaches.
  • The airline categorically rejected any implication that it was involved in improper commercial arrangements.
  • Etihad stated the Premier League never contacted it or allowed it to provide relevant information.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester City's chief sponsor, Etihad Airways, has threatened legal action against the Premier League following an independent commission's guilty verdict regarding the club's financial rule breaches. The airline stated it will seek legal counsel to protect its interests, firmly rejecting any implication that it engaged in improper commercial arrangements.

Etihad criticized the Premier League's public communication and alleged lack of transparency, arguing it caused damaging implications despite the airline not being named in redacted findings. The ruling follows Manchester City being found guilty on 114 charges covering a nine-season period between 2009 and 2018.

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