Manchester City and the Premier League have reached a settlement regarding a legal challenge started by the club over the competition’s new rules governing sponsorship deals.

A lasting peace? Or simply a pause in hostilities? If nothing else, this latest communication in the seemingly endless battles between Manchester City and the Premier League has a certain novelty factor.

Liam Tharme picks out some strategic talking points from the opening few weeks of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign

Manchester United take part in the standout fixture of the Premier League weekend when they visit local rivals Manchester City on Sunday. The Red Devils have been handed an extremely challenging assignment on their return from the international break but will take solace from their dramatic comeback victory over their neighbours at the Etihad Stadium last season.

Premier League Settlement with Manchester City Signals a Shift in Sponsorship RulesThe settlement between Manchester City and the Premier League, reported by The Times, closes another chapter in a