According to reporter Joe Bray.
Manchester City football club
The club will pay the Premier League more than £2 million in
fine (monetary)
.. This fine is due to the fact that Manchester City has, in the last two seasons, been penalized for
delayed kickoff
resulting from a cumulative total of 22 violations.
Joe Bray reveals in his report that "Manchester City have agreed with the Premier League to pay a £2.09million fine for 22 infractions related to late kick-offs over the last 2 seasons."
Manchester City FC publicly apologized for the incident and said, "We deeply apologize for the delayed kick-off. The club has reminded the players and management team of the need to take responsibility and ensure that similar situations do not occur in the future."
The fine incident highlights the strict requirements of the Premier League on match time management. Manchester City FC's positive response and apology also demonstrates their attitude and determination to maintain order in the league. In the future, Manchester City will strengthen their internal management to ensure that matches are played on time in order to avoid being penalized again.
City's fans and supporters understand the club's attitude and look forward to the team's continued success in future matches.
