Noel Gallagher urges Premier League not to punish City fans
An independent commission reportedly found Manchester City guilty on all but one of 115 financial rule charges covering 2009–2018, prompting the club to say the process remains ongoing and that it will appeal. The verdict could trigger a range of sanctions, from fines and bans to points deductions or removal from the top flight, and may put titles won in the affected years at risk. City has stressed confidentiality and due process while supporters and players have been singled out in public reaction, including remarks from superfan Noel Gallagher urging that fans not be punished.
Manchester City were found guilty on 114 of 115 charges.
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An independent commission has considered 115 charges about financial rules from 2009 to 2018. The commission reportedly found the club guilty on all but one charge. The club will appeal and sanctions could follow.
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