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IFR Chief Threatens Resignation Amid Man City Appeal and Financial Crisis Report
sports17 hours ago

IFR Chief Threatens Resignation Amid Man City Appeal and Financial Crisis Report

David Kogan, chair of the Independent Football Regulator (IFR), warned he would resign if political pressure influenced his handling of the Manchester City case. Speaking at the launch of the IFR’s first State of the Game report, Kogan affirmed the body’s absolute independence from international relations or investment concerns. The report highlighted that English men’s professional football is on the 'edge of financial disaster,' with 94% of teams losing money and Premier League clubs averaging £44 million in pre-tax losses. While the IFR awaits the outcome of City’s appeal against its guilty verdict for inflating finances by over £900 million, the regulator noted that investors have lost 41% of their capital in English football since 2020-21, contrasting sharply with the FTSE 100’s performance.

via Financial Times|
#andy-burnham#english-football#financial-rules
Guilty Verdict on 114 Charges Leaves Premier League in Limbo as City Prepares Appeal
sports18 days ago

Guilty Verdict on 114 Charges Leaves Premier League in Limbo as City Prepares Appeal

An independent panel has found Manchester City guilty on 114 of 115 financial charges brought by the Premier League, covering an eight-year period. While the verdict suggests severe sanctions, the club is expected to appeal, delaying any immediate consequences. This decision casts a shadow over the current season and the legitimacy of 17 years of past results, creating an existential crisis for English football.

via cbssports.com|
#english-football#financial-fair-play#football-governance
Tottenham Seek League Cup Bounce Against Charlton
sports1 month ago

Tottenham Seek League Cup Bounce Against Charlton

Tottenham Hotspur host Charlton Athletic in the League Cup second round after a poor league opener and no European competition, with Spurs likely to rotate and seek a quick bounce-back. Charlton, coming off a strong start in the Championship, will view the tie as a chance to upset higher‑level opposition. A professional Spurs performance and progression are expected, though the Cup game could still offer a nervier test than a routine win.

via Cartilage Free Captain|
#charlton-athletic#cup-tie-preview#english-football
Rival Fans React to Guardiola’s City Exit with Relief and Respect
sports4 months ago

Rival Fans React to Guardiola’s City Exit with Relief and Respect

Rival supporters across clubs react to Pep Guardiola’s announced departure from Manchester City, lauding his trophy-laden era while noting how his dominance raised standards and could widen gaps for others. While some feel relief, others express nostalgia and respect, with thoughts turning to how a post-Guardiola era might reshape the title race among United, Liverpool, and Arsenal.

via BBC|
#english-football#guardiola#manchester-city
Leicester City's fall to League One ends a decade of top-flight highs
sports5 months ago

Leicester City's fall to League One ends a decade of top-flight highs

Leicester City were relegated to League One after a chaotic night in which Hull City’s Oli McBurnie condemned them with a late equaliser, following a costly first-half goalkeeping error by Asmir Begovic and a Jordan James penalty that had briefly levelled the match. The relegation comes amid a six-point deduction for financial breaches, and fans jeered the board as manager Gary Rowett accepted accountability for the plight.

via The Guardian|
#championship#english-football#league-one
English clubs stamp dominance on Champions League group phase
sports8 months ago

English clubs stamp dominance on Champions League group phase

English clubs dominated the Champions League group phase, with all six Premier League teams securing last-16 spots and Newcastle in contention for a playoff. Analysts attribute the performance to bigger budgets, professional structures, and data-driven recruitment, along with a focus on defensive discipline and efficient transitions rather than pure possession. While the group-stage success is clear, knockout rounds remain unpredictable, and observers suggest English dominance is increasingly accepted as part of the European landscape rather than a temporary anomaly.

via BBC|
#english-football#financial-wealth#note-only-five-tags-allowed
sports3 years ago

49ers group acquires full ownership of Leeds United

The San Francisco 49ers are set to take over full ownership of English football club, Leeds United, with the current majority shareholder, Andrea Radrizzani, selling his final 56% stake to 49ers Enterprises. The deal is likely to take a number of weeks while legalities are handled and the group seeks EFL approval. Leeds finished 19th in the Premier League, resulting in a drop in valuation, making it a cheaper acquisition for the 49ers. The move is seen as a bet on the 49ers' part to draw American fans towards European soccer and increase interest in the sport in the long term.

via KNBR|
#english-football#leeds-united#ownership
Assistant referee accused of elbowing Liverpool defender during match against Arsenal.
sports3 years ago

Assistant referee accused of elbowing Liverpool defender during match against Arsenal.

The Professional Game Match Officials Ltd. (PGMOL) will investigate an alleged elbow by assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis on Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson during Sunday's Premier League game against Arsenal. Robertson approached Hatzidakis and grabbed his arm as they left the pitch for half-time, and television replays appeared to suggest the assistant raised his elbow and caught Robertson in the face. No action was taken at half-time, and Liverpool came back from two goals down to claim a dramatic 2-2 draw.

via ESPN|
#andrew-robertson#arsenal#english-football