Manchester City Fined $2.56 Million for Delayed Kickoffs

Manchester City has been fined more than 2 million pounds by the Premier League for delayed kickoffs and restarts. The club admitted to breaking the rules over the past two seasons and reached a settlement for 22 charges. The fine ensures league matches stay on schedule.

Manchester City have been fined more than 2 million pounds ($2.56 million) by the Premier League for delayed kickoffs and restarts, England's top flight league said on Wednesday.

The Premier League confirmed that the club had accepted breaking rules regarding kickoffs and restarts over the past two seasons, and both parties reached a settlement agreement addressing 22 separate charges.

In a statement, the Premier League emphasized the importance of these rules in maintaining the professional standard of competition and ensuring the broadcast schedule of all 380 League matches worldwide.