Manchester City has actually been fined more than £2 million by the Premier League for consistently breaching kick-off-related guidelines over the previous 2 seasons.

According to the Daily Mail, the ruling Premier League champs have actually been penalized for postponing the start of matches on more than 22 celebrations.

The report describes that the fines differ depending upon the occurrence, with the greatest charge released for the hold-up in their title-winning match versus West Ham last season. In that video game, the start of the 2nd half was postponed by 2 minutes and 46 seconds.

Manchester City have actually reached a sanction contract with the Premier League relating to these charges and has actually accepted the fines.

Manchester City’s action and Premier League declaration

The club has actually stated to have actually apologised for the breaches and ensured that gamers and management have actually been advised to abide by the guidelines.

The Premier League likewise released a declaration mentioning:

‘The breaches relate to a number of Premier League matches during the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons.’

‘Rules relating to kick-offs and re-starts help ensure the organisation of the competition is set at the highest possible professional standard and provides certainty to fans and participating clubs.

‘It also ensures the broadcast of all 380 League matches around the world is kept to schedule.’

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Manchester City are dealing with more severe charges

While the club might not be excessively worried about the fines for kick-off hold-ups, Manchester City face even more severe charges associated with monetary breaches.

The club is under examination for 115 supposed monetary infractions, with a hearing anticipated in the coming months.

The possible effects of these charges might be serious, with recommendations that penalties might consist of “instant transfer“.