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Manchester City, PSG meet amid financial scrutiny in Champions League clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 1:03 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Manchester City, PSG meet amid financial scrutiny in Champions League clash

Summary

Manchester City faces Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday as both teams navigate contrasting financial situations. City returns to the tournament after a guilty verdict regarding Premier League financial rules, while PSG continues to thrive in European competitions. Winning the Champions League is crucial for City, as it may be their only route back into next season's tournament. City's achievements are currently under potential threat due to a pending appeal related to financial breaches. Meanwhile, PSG seeks to win the Champions League for a third consecutive season.

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By the Numbers

•Manchester City returns to Champions League action after a guilty verdict on financial charges.
•PSG aims to secure a third consecutive Champions League title.
•City's recent success includes a treble of titles last season.
•City currently sits atop the Premier League with a perfect start.
•PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has shown support for City's CEO amid their crisis.

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1:03 AMYahoo Sports — Man City, PSG clash at contrasting time for state-backed projects

What they're saying

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Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain have reshaped football with the financial backing of Gulf state owners, but there is a stark contrast in the health of those projects ahead of their latest Champions League meeting on Wednesday.Winning the Champions League could be City's only way back into the competition next season.
— Yahoo Sports

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