City should be paused from playing any more league games until their appeal and final punishment are decided.
Imagine them beating Liverpool or another side after the international break, only for the verdict to later send them down to League Two or even the National League. Those results could have a huge impact on the table.
In my view, Sunderland should be their final fixture unless they win the appeal. If they keep playing and are later removed from the league, points could be taken away at a crucial stage and completely change the fight for the title, Europe or survival.