Manchester City's hearing regarding 115 Premier League charges for financial breaches commenced at London's International Dispute Resolution Centre on September 16, 2023. The case, expected to last around 10 weeks, could result in severe penalties, including points deductions or expulsion from the league, if the club is found guilty. City, who have dominated English football since their 2008 takeover by Sheikh Mansour, deny any wrongdoing and claim to have irrefutable evidence to prove their innocence. The charges, stemming from an investigation initiated after allegations by Der Spiegel in 2018, cover the period from the 2009-10 season onwards. City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his desire for a swift resolution to quell ongoing speculation, while former player Aymeric Laporte conveyed the club's confidence in being exonerated. The hearing's verdict is anticipated no earlier than 2025.