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Rodri defends City's success after FFP guilty verdict
Rodri insists Manchester City deserved success despite FFP guilty verdict
In brief
Rodri insists Manchester City deserved success despite FFP guilty verdict Rodri believes Manchester City's players and achievements remain valid despite legal challenges Originally reported by the Guardian.
Rodri's defense
Rodri defended Manchester City's success during a press conference ahead of Spain's Nations League match against England.
“I believe in the justice system and innocence of the club”
FFP guilty verdict
Manchester City was found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules in February 2023.
2020 precedent
City overturned a two-year Uefa ban in 2020 after appealing a judicial decision.
Player perspective
Rodri emphasized players' achievements and the club's culture cannot be taken away by legal challenges.
“We had a lot of success over the years and here in Wembley, so I can tell you everything was deserved”
City's stance
Manchester City maintains innocence and claims significant legal elements remain unresolved with the Premier League.
Rodri's confidence
Rodri believes the club's innocence will be proven and legal processes will not affect their achievements.
“Until the moment they are proved wrong, we believe in the club”
The headline
Rodri believes Manchester City's players and achievements remain valid despite legal challenges
