FC Porto has been fined €1.5 million by UEFA for “debts owed to other football clubs, employees, and/or social/fiscal authorities.” In addition to the financial penalty, Porto has received a suspended sentence of a one-year ban from European competitions.

This means that if Porto fails to meet UEFA’s financial requirements in the future, the ban could be enforced, preventing them from participating in European tournaments for a year.

The club statement:

The UEFA Financial Control Committee confirmed yesterday that FC Porto faces a fine of €1.5 million and a one-year suspension from UEFA European competitions during the 2025/26, 2026/27, and 2027/28 seasons. The club was formally notified of this sanction on April 19, 2024.

The Management of Futebol Clube do Porto clarifies to the Members that this sanction results from reckless and ineffective management by the previous administration of the Club and its Sports Society.

These actions led to non-compliance with UEFA’s financial fair play rules, including payment controls related to employees, the tax authority/social security, and football clubs. The severity of the sanction is due to repeated non-compliance with these rules and the communication of incorrect and incomplete information to UEFA.

Despite these challenges, the new elected Board will ensure strict adherence to all rules and regulations, including UEFA’s financial fair play standards. The Management will also investigate the reasons for the club incurring this sanction and determine the responsibilities of those involved in repeated non-compliances and omission of facts.

Phil Foden has been announced as the Premier League’s Player of the Year for his sensational performances, which have been instrumental in Manchester City’s pursuit of the Premier League title.

The England international has been pivotal for Pep Guardiola’s side throughout the season, scoring 17 goals and providing eight assists, directly contributing to 25 goals in total.

Foden’s form has helped City edge towards a record-breaking fourth consecutive Premier League title.

City will secure the title if they beat West Ham on Sunday, amid a close battle with Arsenal throughout the campaign.

Foden said: “To win this award is an achievement that I am extremely proud of.

“The Premier League is acknowledged as the greatest league in the world, and it is a pleasure to have been nominated with so many other great players who have all enjoyed special seasons for their clubs.

“Overall, I’ve been very happy with the way I have played this season and really pleased that I have been able to contribute with the goals and assists throughout the season.

“I’d like to thank all of the City staff, coaches and especially my teammates because without them this wouldn’t be possible. And I would also like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who voted for me as the award means a lot.”

Manchester United has reportedly cancelled their end-of-season awards meal, originally scheduled for May 20, to avoid distracting players ahead of the FA Cup final against Manchester City.

This tradition, dating back more than a decade, typically includes prizes for men’s, women’s, and academy team players, such as the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year Award.

This decision, consulted with Erik ten Hag and management, marks the second time in three years that the ceremony has been called off.

Despite the cancellation of the gathering, awards will still be voted for and handed out among the players.

The cancellation comes amid a challenging season for United’s men’s team, currently sitting eighth in the Premier League and on course for their worst finish in the club’s Premier League history.

In contrast, the women’s team recently celebrated success by lifting the FA Cup with a 4-0 win over Tottenham.