Enzo Maresca addresses Manchester City's financial misconduct accusations

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Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Enzo Maresca addresses Manchester City's financial misconduct accusations
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Enzo Maresca, the new manager of Manchester City, conducted his first press conference on October 9, 2026, amid the backdrop of a guilty verdict on 114 charges of breaching financial rules. During the press conference, Maresca expressed confidence in City’s appeal process against the independent commission's ruling. He emphasized his unwavering trust in the club's management and denied any taint to the club's previous successes. The situation remains serious for City, as they could face severe repercussions depending on the outcome of their appeal. Guardiola, who prepares for a return to Manchester for an upcoming match against Paris Saint-Germain, is an ongoing focus amid discussions of the club's future.

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  • •Maresca faced questions on Manchester City’s financial misconduct charges.
  • •City was found guilty on 114 charges by an independent commission.
  • •The club plans to appeal the ruling regarding its financial breaches.
  • •Maresca denies that the club's previous trophies are tainted.
  • •Pep Guardiola is set to return for the match against Paris Saint-Germain.
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  • 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — Enzo Maresca’s eloquent defence distracts from the real truth about Manchester City
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PREMIER LEAGUE: The new Manchester City manager was polished and poised as he faced questions about their misdeeds – but, Richard Jolly wonders, how long can it last?

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