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NEWS · 30 Sep 2026

Man City faces criminal probe, relegation or expulsion?

Following guilty verdicts against Manchester City, BBC Sport examines the club’s looming legal and league dilemmas. Key questions include whether a criminal investigation will follow, and if the Premier League will impose relegation or expulsion.

The latest court decision has found Manchester City guilty of a range of offences, prompting a flurry of reactions across the football world.

One of the most pressing issues is whether a criminal investigation will be launched as a result of the verdicts.

The Premier League is also under pressure to decide whether the club should face relegation or even expulsion from the competition.

These developments come at a time when the club’s reputation and financial standing are already under strain, raising concerns about the wider impact on the sport.

Manchester City’s legal team is expected to file an appeal, while the league will likely convene to discuss the appropriate sanctions. The outcome will shape the club’s future and set a precedent for other clubs.