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Published on 2024-05-15 07:48:09
If Manchester City clinch the Premier League title for a fourth consecutive year by beating West Ham United on Sunday, it will mark the fifth time they have secured a title on the final day of the season. Under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, City have showcased exceptional dominance, leaving their closest title contenders in awe of their brilliance.
Despite their impressive performances throughout this period of Premier League history, City often find themselves in situations where they must secure the title on the final day, making things more challenging. Out of City’s seven league title wins since 2012, four have involved some drama on the final day. The upcoming match against West Ham will determine if City can avoid last-minute heartache, with Arsenal also hoping to put pressure on Guardiola’s team by winning against Everton.
Looking back at City’s previous four final-day Premier League title wins, Liverpool’s 2013/14 season stands out as a memorable one. This was a season where Liverpool had a chance at the title under Brendan Rodgers but ultimately missed out due to some crucial slip-ups. City went on to secure the title on the final day by defeating West Ham United 2-0.
In the 2018/19 season, City and Liverpool displayed remarkable consistency and mental fortitude, with City emerging victorious on the final day against Brighton and Hove Albion. Liverpool’s only defeat that season came against City, but their mid-season draws cost them the title as they finished second.
Fast forward to the 2021/22 season, City faced Aston Villa on the final day and managed to secure a 3-2 victory after trailing 2-0. This win sealed the Premier League title for City, leaving Liverpool once again in disappointment.
However, it was the 2011/12 season that truly stood out as a memorable final day in Premier League history. City’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Queens Park Rangers, with Aguero’s last-minute goal, secured their first Premier League title against Manchester United.
As City aim for another title-clinching victory on the final day, the match against West Ham United holds immense significance in their quest for Premier League glory. The drama and excitement of previous final-day victories only add to the anticipation of what could unfold on Sunday.
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