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Why Manchester City Cannot Lose Their Champions League Title

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Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 out of 115 alleged breaches of financial rules by the Premier League. While there's talk of stripping them of English league titles, there's no chance this will affect their Champions League trophy.

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The Citizens secured their sole Champions League title in 2023 after a 1-0 victory over Inter in the final.

However, this title is not at risk because the independent commission that found the club guilty in England has no jurisdiction over UEFA or its associated competitions. This means any potential sanctions cannot be applied to European tournaments.

Specific sanctions have yet to be determined, leading to widespread speculation among fans and pundits. Discussions range from unprecedented fines and title stripping to even potential relegation from England's top flight, although many steps remain before any penalties are imposed.

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