Manchester City's 1906 Scandal: FA Bans 17 Players

In 1906, Manchester City faced severe FA sanctions after an investigation revealed systematic illicit payments to players and directors. Star player Billy Meredith was suspended for a season for offering a bribe, and 17 players were banned from playing for City again, with two directors banned for life. The club's decline followed, while Meredith later joined Manchester United and became a hero.