{
  "id": 11028884,
  "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",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-30T20:50:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "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 categorically rejected the Premier League's findings against Manchester City regarding financial rule breaches. The airline, a commercial partner and sponsor of the club since 2009, stated that it rejects any implication of improper commercial arrangements. The Premier League's public communication of the commission's findings, following leaks and selective reporting, negatively impacted Etihad despite not being named in the redacted decision. The airline was never given the chance by the Premier League to present information or ensure fairness in the commission's conclusions. Etihad expressed deep concern over the public communication and lack of transparency, urging the Premier League to take responsibility for the repercussions of how the findings were presented. The airline strongly supports Manchester City and its supporters, emphasizing the enduring commitment to the partnership. Etihad stands with the club as City challenges the commission's conclusions through available processes, seeking legal counsel on protecting its interests.",
  "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 UAE",
        "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",
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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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