Khaldoon Al Mubarak maintains Man City's innocence amid Premier League case
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Khaldoon Al Mubarak, chairman of Manchester City, defended the club's position amid expectations of a guilty verdict in their Premier League case. In a letter to supporters released on September 28, he asserted their innocence and referenced prior statements of confidence in their case, amid speculation about wider implications for UK-UAE relations. Analysts note the case could intertwine with political discussions due to Al Mubarak's influence in Abu Dhabi. Upcoming developments may hinge on the independent panel's findings, which reportedly view much of City's evidence as refutable.
- •Khaldoon Al Mubarak asserts Manchester City's innocence in letter to fans.
- •Independent panel expected to announce a guilty verdict in Premier League case.
- •Speculation surrounds potential UK trade implications due to the case.
- •Al Mubarak's influence extends beyond football into UAE political circles.
- •Sources indicate challenges remain for Manchester City's defense.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — The real world consequences of the Man City verdict stretch far beyond football
"IN DEPTH: A defiant Khaldoon Al Mubarak maintained Man City’s innocence despite a reported guilty verdict last week and, as Miguel Delaney details, the CEO holds a pivotal position for the club with repercussions set to be felt beyond sport in the UK and UAE
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