Explaining Manchester City's Premier League appeal process and how long it could take

Manchester City has confirmed it will appeal findings by the independent Premier League disciplinary commission after it concluded the club engaged in a £900 million ($1.19 billion) deception over nine seasons. The commission’s conclusions were published on Tuesday, four days after The Athletic reported City had been found guilty of all but one charge. The Premier League said a further closed-door hearing will consider penalties, with options including fines, points deductions and other sporting sanctions, while City can also challenge the outcome. Under league rules, City must lodge an appeal within 14 days—by Friday, October 2, after receiving the decision on September 19. The appeal is heard by a three-person board, reviewing the decision rather than retrying the case.