That game last season was lost 10 for 10. Sean Dyche has created a proper team - this team a few months ago were fighting for the Champions League. Last season City finished third, 13 points behind leaders Liverpool, having won the previous four titles. It was a body blow for Guardiola and he revealed heart-to-heart talks with the squad during the Club World Cup in the summer re-established their focus. "The critical moment changed in the USA at the Club World Cup.

Source: BBC December 27, 2025 16:41 UTC