{
  "id": 11027827,
  "title": "Etihad Airways 'categorically rejects' Premier League findings against Manchester City",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/etihad-airways-categorically-rejects-premier-league-findings-against",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-30T20:50:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uae/2026/09/30/etihad-airways-categorically-rejects-premier-league-findings-against-manchester-city/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Etihad Airways has firmly denied any wrongdoing in relation to the Premier League's findings against Manchester City, stating categorically that it has never been involved in improper commercial arrangements. The airline, which has been a commercial partner of the club since 2009, expressed deep concern over the manner in which the commission's decision was communicated to the public, as it created damaging implications for Etihad despite not being named in the redacted findings. The Premier League had not reached out to or engaged with Etihad during the process, leaving the airline without the opportunity to represent itself or provide information to ensure the accuracy of the conclusions drawn. Etihad emphasized the importance of transparency and clarity, and urged the Premier League to take responsibility for the consequences of how the findings were presented. The airline remains proud of its long-standing relationship with Manchester City, and stands with the club as it challenges the commission's conclusions through available legal processes. Manchester City had previously expressed disappointment and surprise at the commission's findings, insisting its innocence, and is expected to appeal the decision.",
  "summary": "Etihad Airways has responded to the independent commission decision this week that found Manchester City in breach of the Premier League's financial rules. The commission accused City of arranging contracts that misrepresented the true agreements with several commercial partners. The airline, which has been a commercial partner and sponsor of the club since 2009, said in a statement published on…",
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        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Etihad Airways 'categorically rejects' Premier League findings against Manchester City",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/etihad-airways-categorically-rejects-premier-league-findings-against-11028884",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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