By Kerry Lanaghan
Manchester City players after winning the FIFA Club World Cup, celebrating with every trophy they have won this season. Image by: Manchester City on Instagram (@mancity )
Over the last year, Manchester City has managed to conquer every competition in sight. From the Premier League to the Champions League, the FA Cup to the UEFA Super Cup, with their most recent win being the FIFA Club World Cup, they have swept through it all. It is an extraordinary achievement that will be remembered for ages. It was the first time in history that Man City managed to win the Champions League after taking home the FA Cup and Premier League trophies, which meant that the club had won the treble. But the Sky Blues clarified that their winning streak did not end there. They went on to create an unforgettable moment in history.
The FA Cup, founded in 1871, making it the oldest football competition in the world, witnessed Manchester City’s sheer brilliance as they lifted the trophy. City faced Manchester United in the final round of the FA Cup and beat the Red Devils 2-1. Manchester certainly was blue on 3 June 2023, with Ilkay Gundogan making history by scoring a goal less than a minute after kick-off and a second one fifty one minutes later. Bruno Fernandes scored for United as the Reds were given a penalty in the thirty third minute. This marked Manchester City’s seventh FA Cup title win. The triumph in the FA Cup added another glorious chapter to their rich history.
Manchester City’s dominance extended to the Premier League, where they showcased their relentless pursuit to excellence. Arsenal were the top rivals for Man City in the Premier league and came incredibly close to clinching the title. The league ended with the Sky Blues at the top of the table holding eighty nine points, and Arsenal came close with eighty four points, placing them second. With City’s fluid attacking style and rock-solid defense, they outclassed their rivals and secured the Premier League title. Manchester City have won seven Premier Leagues in total, but have consecutively won the title in 2020, 2021 and 2022. The team first won the Premier League in 2011, which means that in eleven years, they have only lost it four times. City’s consistency and tactical brilliance shone through, making them worthy champions.
The Champions League, the pinnacle of European football, had eluded Manchester City for years. However, the 2022/2023 season proved to be their breakthrough moment. City had never won a Champions League title before, but the club came close in the 2020/2021 season as they only got eliminated in the final round. Chelsea took the win, beating City 1-0, with Kai Havertz scoring the winning goal. In the 2021/2022 season, City was eliminated in the semifinals as Real Madrid won 6-5 on aggregate. The club finally took the Champions League title on 10 June 2023, beating the Italian club Inter Milan in Turkey. Rodri scored the goal in the second half, which led to the club’s title win, and he was named man of the match. This marked Manchester City’s first-ever treble win. It was a moment of pure joy and redemption for the Sky Blues and their passionate fans.
Following their triumph in the Champions League, Manchester City continued their quest for glory in the UEFA Super Cup. In a thrilling encounter against the winners of the Europa League, Sevilla, City showcased their resilience, ultimately emerging victorious. The UEFA Super Cup was an intense and nerve-wracking match, with both teams displaying immense strength. The match ended with a draw between the two sides, but City won during penalties. The final score was 1-1, and penalties ended 5-4 for City. The UEFA Super Cup victory further solidified Manchester City’s position as a force to be reckoned with on the European stage.
To cap off their remarkable season, Manchester City ventured into the global stage to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup. Christmas came early for the Citizens as the club beat Brazilian side Fluminense 4-0 on 22 December 2023. This was City’s cherry on top for the outstanding year that the club has had. Their exceptional talent and determination led the club to beat one of the best teams in the world. This moment also proved that City is not only the top team in Europe, but also the best in the world. The Club World Cup victory was the perfect culmination of their incredible season, further cementing their legacy.
Manchester City has truly proven themselves to be an unstoppable force. They have left an indelible mark in football history, taking home five titles in a single season. Manchester City has solidified their status as one of the greatest teams of all time. It has been an absolute joy to witness the club’s journey this season and their upcoming accomplishments are bound to be impressive.
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