It’s always the best when you win and become champion, but sometimes it’s also nice to do it without sweating at all. In fact, becoming champions with your mates why watching TV in your tracksuit is great, just ask Manchester City. Pep Guardiola’s men became Premier League champions for the fifth time in six years (three consecutive ones), and they didn’t have to do it on the field against Chelsea today, but they rather let Arsenal commit another suicide and do it on their behalf. The Gunners were already battling an unwinnable battle, but still, there was a chance, but not from yesterday, when they lost 1-0 against relegation strugglers Nottingham Forest, allowing them to stay in the league for another year and confirming City’s title.The winning moment! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/QceofBIqoh— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 20, 2023 It was not like the Citizens missed the opportunity to finish the season by themselves, as they needed only one win from the last three games, but today, against Chelsea, they will come out in a festive mood in front of an ecstatic crowd to celebrate the title. But yesterday, they did so in on the training ground, with players hugging themselves, celebrating and posting photos and motivational messages on their social media accounts.LOVE THIS CITY! 💙 pic.twitter.com/B94QPTa1lA— Manchester City (@ManCity) May 20, 2023 City’s Instagram post included snaps of Guardiola embracing Grealish, Julian Alvarez in ecstasy alongside stalwart defender Ruben Dias, midfielder Bernardo Silva mid-dance with his team-mates and Phil Foden enjoying the moment with Grealish and Alvarez.*Manchester City wins their 3rd Premier League title in a row.*Football twitter: pic.twitter.com/qq6psS4Uwi— Troll Football (@TrollFootball) May 21, 2023 Manchester City captain Gundogan, who appeared late in the season in top form and scored four goals in the last two league games, said:“The Premier League is without doubt the most demanding and competitive league in the world, so that tells you everything about what an achievement this is. To have won this trophy three times in a row and five times in six years is incredible. That quality and consistency helps sum up what Manchester City stand for and ensures the club will continue to strive for success going forward. I would also like to thank Pep, all the backroom staff and everyone who works across this football club. Every single day they help provide us as players with everything we need in order to try to be successful. There is no way we could have won this title without all their support. Hopefully winning the Premier League title again is a fitting way for us to say thank you to our fans” he said.Arsenal’s fairy-tale with a nighmare ending: The Gunners lose and confirm City as championsAfter winning the first out of possible three trophies, City will now focus on the FA Cup final on June 3rd against city rivals Manchester United, and then they will finish the season with an ultimate prize – the Champions League final with Inter Milan on June 10th. And according to Guardiola, it will be easier now.“I always remember saying “What’s next?” The first title helps win the second one, second one helps win the third. The dynamic helps you a lot. Not winning the Premier League would make it tougher to win against Manchester United at Wembley. Not winning the FA Cup would make it tougher to win against Inter Milan” he said.PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 37SaturdayTottenham – Brentford 1-3 (1-0)/Kane 8 – Mbeumo 50, 62, Wissa 88/Bournemouth – Manchester United 0-1 (0-1)/Casemiro 9/Fulham – Crystal Palace 2-2 (1-1)/Mitrovic 45+5 pen, 61 – Edouard 34, Ward 83/Liverpool – Aston Villa 1-1 (0-1)/Firmino 89 – Ramsey 27/Wolves – Everton 1-1 (1-0)/Hee-Chan 34 – Mina 90+9/Nottingham Forest – Arenal 1-0 (1-0)/Awoniyi 19/Sunday15:30: (2.55) West Ham (3.50) Leeds (2.95)16:00: (1.28) Brighton (7.00) Southampton (12.0)18:00: (1.31) Man.City (6.75) Chelsea (10.5)Monday22:00: (1.43) Newcastle (5.30) Leicester (8.00)***odds are subject to change***
