Manchester City once again look like the most dominant force in European football. For the second season in a row, the Citizens have a chance to go for all three major trophies: the FA Cup, Premier League, and Champions League.
If they could pull this off, it would be the greatest achievement we’ve seen so far in the history of football. Could they do it? They are certainly in with a shout. Let’s check out some of the reasons behind their dominance, and why they have every chance of one-upping their neighbours.
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1) Kevin’s Return
This one is pretty simple. Teams are better when they have access to their star players. Although they managed to negotiate through the tough period without Kevin De Bruyne before Christmas, he’s back now, and back with a vengeance.
And what a player he is. With goals and assists already, there just doesn’t seem to be anything he can’t do. Kev seems to be cementing himself as an all-time great. If they are going to win another treble this year, he will play a huge part in that.
2) Mentality Monsters
Pep builds his sides differently. The winning mentality is everything. Nothing but perfection will do, and even then, there’s always room for improvement.
As we enter crunch time at the back end of the season, they find a gear most other clubs can only dream of finding. Although they failed to reach their best until post-Christmas, you can bet that as we head down the final stretch, they will be playing scintillating stuff.
It could be a 15-match winning streak again. We’re already at 11 following their 3-1 victory in Copenhagen. Just when it matters most. Elite mentality.
3) Squad Depth
Unlike most teams, City have an equal replacement for nearly every single position on the pitch.
From Julian Alvarez at the top of the pitch to Manuel Akanji at the bottom, should an injury pop up at a crucial point, there is a replacement ready and waiting to jump in and make an impact.
It might be the best squad ever assembled, and with every player having bought into the system, it’s a scary prospect for opponents. Even if they lose a couple of star players, their depth will keep them in the hunt.
4) Goals, Goals, Goals
Erling Haaland has also returned from a stint away on the sidelines. The Norwegian has only been back five minutes and has extended his record to 21 goals in 25 games in all competitions.
With this clinical goal machine up front and the supporting cast behind him, they will score hatfuls between now and the end of the season.
Whether it’s tap-ins, one-on-ones or headers, when it comes to putting the ball in the net, Erling knows how. He has really set them apart and will be pivotal in guiding them to another treble.
5) Been There, Done It
This isn’t City’s first rodeo. For these players, it’s now their second chance at a treble in consecutive years.
The pressure isn’t on them in the same way as last year, where it meant so much to equal rivals Manchester United.
Could this bring out the best in Pep’s side, knowing they could solidify themselves as potentially the greatest domestic outfit ever? Only time will tell.
Latest Premier League, FA Cup & Champions League Odds
Manchester City to win the Champions League @ 2.85
Manchester City to win the Premier League @ 1.57
Manchester City to win the FA Cup @ 2.85
Erling Haaland to win the Champions League Golden Boot @ 2.00
Erling Haaland to win the Premier League Golden Boot @ 1.25
Erling Haaland to win the Balon d’Or @ 6.00
Kevin De Bruyne to win the Balon d’Or @ 19.00
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