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Leicester Loses Appeal, Six‑Point Deduction Stays

Published April 8, 2026 · Updated April 8, 2026 · The Guardian

Leicester City’s appeal against a six‑point deduction for breaching EFL financial rules was rejected, keeping them 22nd in the Championship and in danger of relegation.

Leicester City lost its appeal over a six‑point deduction imposed for breaching English Football League financial rules. The sanction, applied in February, dropped the club from 17th to 20th, and after the failed appeal they now sit 22nd, a point from safety with five games left.

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