Manchester City has etched their name in the annals of football history by securing their fourth straight Premier League title, a feat never before achieved in the English top division. Phil Foden’s remarkable brace led the team to a 3-1 win over West Ham, marking a momentous occasion for the club.
Under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, Manchester City has dominated the Premier League, claiming six titles in the last seven seasons and breaking the 90-point barrier four times. This season, they thwarted Arsenal’s bid for their first title in nearly two decades.
Despite a tense draw against Arsenal at the Etihad, which left City trailing by a point, they unleashed a formidable performance in the final stretch, winning nine consecutive games and netting 33 goals.
The pressure was palpable in City’s recent 2-0 victory over Tottenham, but unlike their dramatic comeback against Aston Villa two years prior, the match against West Ham unfolded with less suspense under the Manchester sun, marking David Moyes’ last game as manager of the Hammers.
Foden, recently named the football writers’ player of the year, wasted no time in showcasing his talent, scoring within the first two minutes. He then added to his season’s impressive tally with a second goal, bringing his total to 27.
Manchester City’s dominance could have been established earlier if not for West Ham’s goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, who thwarted Kevin De Bruyne, and Erling Haaland, who missed a close-range opportunity.
However, Mohammed Kudus’ spectacular overhead kick for West Ham briefly shifted the momentum before Rodri, another player of the year candidate, sealed Arsenal’s fate with a goal that extended City’s unbeaten streak to 35 games in open play.
Even with a penalty shootout loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-finals, Manchester City’s league triumph and the upcoming FA Cup final against Manchester United present an opportunity for a double victory.
Manchester City’s unparalleled success has sparked discussions about their place as one of the greatest teams in English football history. The celebrations were slightly marred as fans rushed onto the pitch before the final whistle, despite the club’s requests to remain in the stands. This historic win underscores City’s era of dominance and sets a new standard for excellence in the league.
Source: AFP.
