Leicester City Lose Appeal, Six-Point Deduction Stands In Relegation Fight

Leicester City have lost their appeal against a six-point deduction for breaching EFL financial rules.

“Leicester City have lost their appeal against their six-point deduction for breaching English Football League financial rules”

BBC

The appeal board upheld the decision despite the club arguing for a 36-month assessment period rather than 37 months.

BBC

The six-point penalty dropped them from 17th to 20th; they have since fallen to 22nd, one point adrift of safety.

The club acknowledged the ruling was accepted and emphasized a focus on the remaining matches.

The decision draws a dramatic line under Leicester's fall from grace.

The Foxes find themselves on the verge of sliding into League One following back-to-back relegations.

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Their cumulative losses exceed £200 million.

The club had appealed the power of the commission to recommend a points deduction, which was dismissed.

All six major outlets reported identical language from the club's statement emphasizing a forward-looking focus on performance.

“Championship strugglers Leicester City have failed in their appeal against a six-point deduction imposed for breaching spending rules”

ESPN

They thanked supporters for the backing they continue to give the team.

The next hurdle comes on Saturday when Leicester hosts Swansea City.