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Leicester Lose Appeal, Six-Point Deduction Stands

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

Leicester City lost its appeal against a six‑point deduction imposed for breaching EFL financial rules, dropping to 22nd in the Championship with five games remaining.

Leicester City’s appeal against a six‑point deduction for breaching English Football League financial rules was rejected, leaving the club 22nd in the Championship as it fights relegation with five games left. The sanction, imposed in February, has pushed the club from 17th to 20th and now to 22nd, a point from safety under manager Gary Rowett.

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