City would likely face a fine if found guilty rather than a more severe sanction. The charge concerns the club rather than any particular individual and the BBC reported that City’s information was not updated following a change to training routines. “Manchester City have been charged in relation to the FA’s rules on anti-doping,” an FA statement read. “It is alleged the club failed to ensure that their ‘Club Whereabouts’ information was accurate. City have until January 19 to respond to the charge. The matter concerns a breach of FA rules only and is not under the jurisdiction of the World Anti-Doping Agency, which has no provision for team violations in its code, or UK Anti-Doping. City are currently fourth in the Premier League, seven points behind leaders Chelsea, and take on Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday. Pep Guardiola’s side won 5-0 at West Ham in the FA Cup third round on Friday. AFP]]>