A-Leagues launch clouded by Manchester City cheating scandal as APL vows to review findings
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The Australian Professional Leagues (APL) has vowed to review findings following the Premier League's determination that Manchester City is guilty of breaching financial rules. The development has cast a cloud over the launch of Australia's football season, as Melbourne City shares owners with the Premier League club.
Meanwhile, former professional footballer Roy Keane reacted strongly to the ruling, stating that he would throw his medals in the bin if he were a Manchester City player following the club being found guilty of all charges relating to the financial rule breaches.
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Guardian Sport (GB)Focuses on the local impact on Australia's A-Leagues season launch.
BBC Sport (GB)Highlights Roy Keane's personal reaction and criticism of Manchester City.