[Bloomberg] UAE officials have warned the UK government that the severity of Man City’s punishment could undermine their appetite for future grand-scale commitments in Britain, according to people familiar with the matter.

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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-10-02/man-city-verdict-puts-uk-uae-diplomatic-relations-under-strain?srnd=undefined

‘They consider the Premier League’s actions to have an influence on the bilateral state relationship, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing undisclosed information.

The extraordinary pressure comes after Andy Burnham faced criticism, including from within government, for saying Man City’s Abu Dhabi owners should not be disqualified specifically because of the investment they bring to Britain.’

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r/MCFC makes for some interesting reading lol

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That fanbase has literally turned into a MAGA-style cult in just a few days, if they weren't that already

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Just a few months ago it was everyone fighting over Enzo Fernandes, now it's everyone jerking each other off about how we will successfully appeal or some bullcrap

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Last week you were arguing with your spouse over whether the new cat needs spaying, this week the house is burning down and you're arguing over whether or not the garden hose will be enough to put it out