Sports · 21 February 2026
Sir Jim Ratcliffe Avoids FA Charge After Controversial Immigration Comments
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, will not face disciplinary charges from the Football Association (FA) over comments suggesting the UK had been “colonised by immigrants.” The FA instead issued him a reminder of his responsibilities in football media appearances after widespread criticism from politicians, fan groups and anti-discrimination charities. Ratcliffe later apologised if his language offended people, and Manchester United reaffirmed its commitment to equality and diversity.
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