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Jeremy Corbyn weighs in on Man City charges row with triple punishment verdict

Former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn has called for 'seismic consequences' for Man City

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 7:46 AM
Jeremy Corbyn weighs in on Man City charges row with triple punishment verdict
Key Things to Know
  • Jeremy Corbyn called for Manchester City to face relegation, title stripping, and heavy fines.
  • Manchester City reportedly faced a guilty verdict on 114 of 115 Premier League financial charges.
  • Manchester City strongly denies all wrongdoing and is expected to appeal the ruling.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn has urged the Premier League to relegate Manchester City, strip them of titles, and issue a major fine. The call follows reports that the club was found guilty of 114 out of 115 financial rule breach charges spanning from 2009 to 2018. Corbyn stated that any fine should amount to millions of pounds and directly support grassroots football.

Manchester City strongly denies the allegations and plans to appeal the outcome. Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak shared confidence that the club will clear its name, while CEO Ferran Soriano warned that the legal process will take significant time. The Premier League has not released an official statement, citing confidentiality requirements regarding the private hearing.

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