Everton: Second points deduction likely at Goodison Park with hearing prepares to begin.

On March 15, the tabloid reported on their website that another points sanction is “likely” in the works for a repeat violation of spending regulations this season.

Laurence Raboniwitz’s appeal resulted in a reduction of the Toffees’ penalty to six from ten for the previous infringement.

Sean Dyche’s team was previously pulled out of the drop zone, but due to poor performance, they are expected to be relegated. The hearing is scheduled for next week.

Can Sean Dyche overcome Everton’s second sanction and avoid relegation?

Logically, despite having their original sentence reversed owing to mistakes in the verdict, the original hearing panel established the precedent for a violation of the spending restrictions with the first point deduction.

Some may hold out hope that the new panel believes Everton was sufficiently damaged the first time around that a second sanction in the same season, particularly for a period that overlaps by two-thirds of the one already dealt with, is unwarranted.

However, given the prevailing state of affairs at Goodison Park in recent seasons, few will anticipate any clemency.

The “double jeopardy” argument could reduce the punishment by two-thirds, potentially lessening its impact on the relegation battle. However, Dyche and the players must improve their performance on the pitch after their eventful Portuguese training camp.

And, if another points deduction is on the way, it may be even more frustrating than the first, because it will occur after the rules under which it is enforced have already been voted out.

The Premier League is expected to replace “controversial” regulations this summer with a new system akin to UEFA’s. Everton is expected to not only be compliant but also have an advantage over other clubs.

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