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'City taking the big moments'
TL;DR
Manchester City is reflecting on a challenging season compared to last year when Liverpool dominated. Despite winning the Community Shield, City faced disappointment, especially in the Club World Cup.
Key points
- Manchester City finished 18 points behind Liverpool last season
- City won the Community Shield but failed to win major trophies
- Qualification for the Champions League was secured on the final day
- City faced disappointment in the Club World Cup in the US
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This time last year, Liverpool were thrashing Tottenham to win the Premier League, with Manchester City 18 points behind during a season in which they failed to win a major trophy.
Pep Guardiola pointed out his side did win the Community Shield but by his impeccable standards, the campaign had been a major disappointment.
City sealed qualification for the Champions League on the final day, which proved to be high point, as further dismay followed in the Club World Cup in the United States.
Established stars such as Kevin de Bruyne, Ilkay Gundogan, Jack Grealish and Ederson were allowed to leave in the summer, and there were questions marks over the rebuild with a cohort of younger players brought in.
Doubts only grew with a sticky start featuring two defeats in their opening three games this season, then starting 2026 with three consecutive draws, but the new blood appears to be flowing at the right time.
They got a taste of silverware by lifting the Carabao Cup and will be heavy favourites in the FA Cup final whether they face Chelsea or , but regaining the Premier League may prove the toughest challenge.
Q&A
What were Manchester City's major achievements last season?
Manchester City won the Community Shield but did not secure any major trophies during the season.
How did Manchester City's performance compare to Liverpool's last season?
Last season, Liverpool won the Premier League while Manchester City finished 18 points behind and struggled to qualify for the Champions League.
What were the challenges faced by Manchester City in the Club World Cup?
Manchester City experienced further disappointment in the Club World Cup held in the United States after their Champions League qualification.
