Manchester City found guilty on 114 of 115 Premier League charges

Manchester City have been found guilty of 114 breaches of Premier League financial regulations, according to reports on Friday. The club faced allegations spanning over a decade, with investigators examining compliance with the league's financial fair play rules.

The charges related to Manchester City's financial reporting between 2009 and 2018, during a period when the club underwent significant investment and transformation. The investigation, launched in 2020, represents the most extensive financial misconduct case in Premier League history.

The guilty verdicts cover breaches including failure to provide accurate financial information and non-cooperation with the league's investigation process. Only one of the 115 charges was not upheld against the club.

The findings now move to the sentencing phase, where the Premier League will determine appropriate penalties. Potential sanctions could include substantial fines, points deductions, or other disciplinary measures. Manchester City has indicated it intends to appeal the verdict.

The club has previously denied wrongdoing and stated that it provided all necessary information to investigators. The case has drawn significant attention across world football and could set precedents for financial regulation in professional sports.