Overview

• The Premier League imposed a £1.08 million fine on City for breaching Rule L.33 in nine matches between October 2024 and February 2025
• Overall delays totalled 18 minutes and 53 seconds, with the longest pause of 2 minutes 24 seconds during the Manchester derby restart
• Fines ranged from £40,000 for a late second-half restart against Southampton to £210,000 for a delay at Ipswich Town
• Manchester City accepted the sanction, apologised for the incidents and has reminded players and staff of their kick-off obligations
• The club is still awaiting a verdict on 115 separate Financial Fair Play allegations covering the period from 2009 to 2022-23