Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City side is just one win away from another English Premier League title and from winning a fourth consecutive league title.
This is a feat that has yet to be achieved since the league began in the 1992/1993 season, an era when Manchester United won the first EPL three-peat under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Ferguson, one of the most successful managers alive, won the first EPL three-peat from the 1998/1999 – 2000/2001 season and the second three-peat from the 2006/2007 season to the 2008/2009 season.
This demonstrated Ferguson’s exceptional managerial prowess and Manchester United’s sustained success during his reign.
However, this magnificent manager and his dominant team could not win four Premier League titles in a row.
Although Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United secured four Premier League titles within the span of the 1995/1996 – 1999/2000 season—a total of four Premier League trophies in five years—they still weren’t able to win it four consecutive times.
This leaves everyone pondering if City will likely break this football curse and make history.
On Sunday, the 19th of May 2024, the final matchday of the English Premier League will be live.
The City team will play West Ham at the Etihad Stadium, while the Gunners will host Everton at the Emirates Stadium in London.
City is currently at the top of the table with eighty-eight points, followed by Arsenal in the second position with eighty-six points.
This gives City a two-point edge ahead of them, and Arsenal will need to beat Everton to balance off.
However, the Gunners hope West Ham takes points off Manchester City for a chance at the title.
Is Etihad Fortress Enough for the League Title?
Some things are improbable, while every option is considered in football.
The Hammers defeating the Citizens on Sunday is far-fetched, especially given some facts.
Manchester City is currently on a thirty-seven-match unbeaten run at the Etihad Stadium, cementing the grounds as a fortress.
This streak is not just in England but also in Europe. Also, you can look at City’s recent match-winning performances and West Ham’s recent poor form.
The Hammers have only won one in their last seven matches and have defeated in their previous three away matches.
They have also suffered defeat at the hands of the Citizens in their last three meetings. Hence, West Ham is unlikely to stop City from making four-peat league title history.
