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Man City set for huge punishment as ‘insiders’ reveal likely sanctions

Newcastle United don't face Manchester City until our Boxing Day clash at St James' Park, and it may be the last time we face them on Tyneside for quite some time.

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 12:19 PM
Man City set for huge punishment as ‘insiders’ reveal likely sanctions
Key Things to Know
  • Manchester City reportedly face a massive points deduction that could relegate them to the Championship.
  • Additional sanctions could potentially keep the club out of the Premier League for multiple seasons.
  • An independent commission found City breached financial rules over nine seasons and failed to cooperate with investigations.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Manchester City could face a massive points deduction and substantial fines capable of relegating them to the Championship, according to a report from the Daily Mail. Sources close to the legal process suggest an independent commission found the club breached financial rules across nine seasons, including misrepresenting commercial agreements and failing to cooperate with the Premier League investigation.

The report indicates City could also face additional penalties in the Championship, potentially keeping them out of the top flight for multiple seasons. While expulsion to League Two is deemed unlikely, Manchester City continue to deny all wrongdoing and are appealing the commission's findings, with no official sanctions yet announced.

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