Manchester City must face Liverpool and PSG despite 114 infractions

While Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 breaches of financial rules, the Citizens are preparing to face Liverpool this Sunday and PSG on Wednesday, in a context where moral pressure is intensifying.

A guilt that does not curb optimism

Simon Hamoir, a specialist in foreign football, points out that despite the announced sanction, Enzo Maresca remains confident in his club. “I have total confidence in the club and its members, which is why I joined it,” Maresca said on Friday, emphasizing staying “well” and keeping a smile.

The feeling of a “hangover” hangs over the city, worsened by the grey skies and pounding rain. Supporters, staff, academy youngsters and the backroom teams all fear for the future of the first team, even though the final verdict on financial and sporting sanctions will not be delivered for several weeks.

Players remain calm despite the storm

The Italian goalkeeper says the players are not worried: “We are currently at the top of the table and the players have every reason to be happy and enthusiastic,” he added, emphasizing that morale is “more” than ever. Erling Haaland, for his part, advocates a philosophical attitude, reminding that one must always keep a smile and stay positive.

Enzo Maresca even joked about a possible relegation, recalling his Championship experience with Leicester, while stating that the club fully understands the seriousness of the situation and will focus on the upcoming matches.

Potential sanctions include a 60‑point deduction for the next season and a ban from European competitions, which could trigger a player exodus. Despite this, Maresca concludes: “Our duty, our work, is to focus on the matches.”