Manchester City's hearing regarding 115 charges of alleged financial rule breaches in the Premier League has commenced at the International Dispute Resolution Centre in London. The charges, which primarily span from 2009 to 2018, include accusations of failing to provide accurate financial information and breaching profit and sustainability regulations, with potential repercussions including fines, points deductions, or even expulsion from the league. City has assembled an expert legal team led by Lord Pannick KC, who previously secured a victory for them in a similar case involving UEFA. The outcome of this legal battle is expected to significantly impact English football, with a verdict anticipated in Spring 2025. While Leicester City recently avoided a points deduction for their own financial breaches, the unique circumstances of each case mean it is uncertain how City’s situation will unfold. The hearing is projected to last approximately ten weeks, with City firmly denying all charges and claiming they possess