Liverpool awaits ‘Sham FC’ Manchester City at Anfield as Premier League returns

Liverpool will host Manchester City at Anfield in the first fixture following the Premier League finding City guilty of 114 financial charges. The ruling determined that Manchester City misreported over $1.7 billion in revenue to bypass Financial Fair Play rules, leading to intense criticism and the nickname 'Sham FC'. Manchester City enter the match with a perfect five-win record at the top of the table.

The article highlights that penalties against Manchester City remain undecided and face pending appeals, leaving the squad's future uncertain amid rumors of player concern. Meanwhile, Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola faces injury setbacks, with key attackers Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo reportedly sidelined after the international break.