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Manchester City, one of the powerhouses in English football, has an exciting and challenging Premier League schedule for the 2023-2024 season. The team will be facing formidable opponents throughout the season, aiming to secure victories and maintain their position at the top of the league. Below is a comprehensive look at the matches they will play, including dates and opponents. October 2023: 1. Sunday 8 October 2023 – 16:30: Arsenal v Man City (Sky Sports) 2. Saturday 21 October 2023 – Man City v Brighton 3. Sunday 29 October 2023 – 15:30: Man Utd v Man City (Sky Sports) November…
Dear FIFA , We, the campaign “MCF AGAINST SPORTSWAHING,” are writing to draw your attention to a matter of significant concern regarding alleged corruption and financial irregularities within the realm of football, particularly focusing on Manchester City Football Club (MCFC), its ownership under Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the club’s Chairman, Khaldoon Al Mubarak. The allegations of corruption and financial improprieties have been brought to light through a leaked report, obtained by diligent investigators. This official report revealed that MCFC received substantial payments amounting to $30 million from the United Arab Emirates. These funds were funneled through an…
In the realm of Manchester City, a club synonymous with football excellence, a cloud of controversy looms large. This saga, intricately intertwined with the United Arab Emirates’ interests, pertains to a £30 million payment shrouded in mystery. The UEFA report alleges that Jaber Mohamed played a pivotal role in a web of alleged breaches of the Premier League’s financial rules. He is also involved in financial reporting, equity funding, and sponsorship funding. At the heart of this intrigue lies Etisalat, closely linked to Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG), owned by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Jaber Mohamed’s involvement in…
The name Rui Pinto became associated with a seismic discovery in the football world. He identified a labyrinth of rule violations within the Premier League’s powerhouses as the hacker who exposed the Manchester City incident. From revealing UEFA rule violations that threatened the club’s profitability and viability to revealing its financial information, revenue figures, management and player compensation. But he paid a high price for his cooperation with the investigations—a prison sentence, charges, and imprisonment. Now that UEFA’s judgement about a Champions League ban is in doubt. His future rests in the hands of the Lisbon Court of Appeal. Pinto…
Benjamin Mendy, the former Manchester City defender and French international. Recently underwent a high-profile retrial at Chester Crown Court in Northwest England. He faced serious rape and attempted rape charges, which had garnered significant attention and speculation. In a jury trial that captivated the public, Mendy was ultimately acquitted. He highlighting the importance of fair, independent, and objective assessments in prosecuting rape cases. Mendy has been found not guilty of one count of rape and one of attempted rape. The Legal Battle Begins Mendy, a French international player and former Manchester City player. He became involved in a legal dispute…
In the world of professional football, the name Manchester City has become synonymous with success and controversy. The club’s meteoric rise to the top of English football has been marred by allegations of financial wrongdoing. The one key player in this scandal is none other than Etihad Airways. In this article, we will delve into the £30 million Man City scandal and how Etihad Airways played a significant role in it. The Rise of Manchester City Manchester City Football Club’s journey from relative obscurity to Premier League dominance is nothing short of remarkable. The club’s ascent began in 2008 when…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) maintains a persistent record of severe human rights abuses, yet its involvement in international football often eclipses its negative human rights track record. The UAE’s adept global influence is epitomised through its ownership of Manchester City, a prominent and beloved British football club, by the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Mansour. A substantial investment of approximately £1.45 billion in Manchester City serves as a form of “sportswashing,” effectively diverting attention away from the UAE’s ongoing human rights violations, leaving much of the world uninformed. Additionally, he is the owner of the Manchester City football club,…
Sheikh Mansour, a member of Abu Dhabi’s ruling family and the proprietor of Manchester City Football Club, has found himself embroiled in controversy linked to human rights concerns in the UAE. Within the UAE, he holds the positions of deputy prime minister, minister of presidential affairs, and is the half-brother of the president. The UAE has faced condemnation from Amnesty International on various fronts, including unfair trials, restricted freedom of expression, a lack of investigation into torture allegations, gender discrimination, and the mistreatment of migrant workers. Furthermore, Sheikh Mansour has faced allegations of engaging in “sportswashing,” a practice where sports…
Sheikh Mansour, a prominent figure in the Abu Dhabi royal family and also holding the position of Deputy Prime Minister in the United Arab Emirates, is the proprietor of Manchester City Football Club. Amnesty International has leveled allegations against the Abu Dhabi-based owners of Manchester City, suggesting that they are attempting to use the club’s financial investments in the Premier League as a means of improving their country’s reputation, which has been marred by various controversies and issues. Understanding Sportswashing and Its Connection to Manchester City Sportswashing is a concept employed to describe the strategy of enhancing the reputation of…
Reports have circulated suggesting that Sheikh Mansour, the proprietor of Manchester City, has displayed curiosity regarding the acquisition of Everton, a Premier League soccer team. Nevertheless, there exists some contention regarding the depth of this intrigue and whether a prospective acquisition was ever on the brink of materializing. Why Did Sheikh Mansour Consider Buying Everton Everton’s chairman, Bill Kenwright, disclosed in 2011 that Sheikh Mansour would have considered acquiring Everton had circumstances aligned favorably. A post on the Bluemoon forum, a Manchester City fan platform, hints at Sheikh Mansour’s interest in Everton but suggests that negotiations never reached the point…