Manchester City secured its fourth consecutive English Premier League title, and sixth in seven years, with a commanding 3-1 victory over West Ham on Sunday. Entering the final day two points ahead of Arsenal, City needed a win to guarantee the trophy, and they delivered in dominant fashion. Phil Foden set the tone, scoring just 78 seconds into the match and doubling the lead 16 minutes later, effectively sealing West Ham's fate.
Despite a brief scare when West Ham scored a spectacular bicycle-kick goal just before halftime, Rodri restored City's comfort with a goal in the 59th minute. Meanwhile, Arsenal's simultaneous win over Everton was rendered irrelevant as City’s relentless form saw them unbeaten since early December. The Citizens surged through the season's final stretch, winning nine consecutive league games and showcasing their dominance.
City’s triumph marks unprecedented achievements in English football. No club had ever won four straight top-flight titles or six in seven seasons. Furthermore, City is poised to achieve back-to-back domestic doubles if they win the FA Cup final against Manchester United. Under Pep Guardiola, City has redefined football with their possession-based style and clinical performances.
However, City's success is shadowed by allegations of financial misconduct. The Premier League charged the club with 115 breaches of rules, including false accounting and excessive spending, casting a potential asterisk over their achievements. Since being bought by Sheikh Mansour in 2008, City has invested heavily in top players, fueling their rise to the top.
Despite these controversies, City's homegrown talent, Phil Foden, has been a standout. Emerging from the club’s academy, Foden was pivotal this season, earning the Premier League Player of the Season award. His contributions on Sunday capped a breakout campaign, securing City’s historic title and affirming his status as one of the world's best players.
