May 20th 2024.
This season, Manchester City has once again made history, solidifying their position as one of the greatest teams in English football. By winning their fourth consecutive Premier League title, they have become the first team to achieve this feat. Many have argued that this accomplishment surpasses even the legendary Manchester United squad that won the treble in 1999.
Last season, when Pep Guardiola's side secured the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup titles, there were immediate comparisons to United's treble-winning team. However, City has now surpassed United's record, as even Sir Alex Ferguson's team never managed to win four Premier League titles in a row. Of course, there are still Arsenal fans who hold their Invincible team from 2003-04 as the greatest in Premier League history, being the only team to go an entire season unbeaten.
The question still remains: are Manchester United's treble winners the best English side ever? For many, the answer is still yes. The iconic last-minute goal by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the 1999 Champions League final against Bayern Munich will forever be etched in the memories of football fans. Not only was it a dramatic and unforgettable moment, but it also completed a historic treble that had not been achieved in 24 years. And let's not forget the 115 charges that City currently face, which some argue taints their recent accomplishments.
United also had the added pride of having a strong core of players who came up through the club's academy, known as the "Class of 92". This group included the likes of David Beckham, Ryan Giggs, and Paul Scholes. Alongside them were other talented players like Andy Cole, Dwight Yorke, and Jaap Stam. And their success didn't stop at the treble, as they went on to win three consecutive Premier League titles from 1999-2001.
But, on the other hand, Arsenal's Invincible team from 2003-04 also holds a special place in English football history. With an impressive record of 26 wins, 12 draws, and 0 defeats, they were the first team to go an entire Premier League season unbeaten since Preston North End in 1889. Their squad featured top players like Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, and Robert Pires, and they finished the season 11 points ahead of their closest rival, Chelsea.
Will we ever see another Invincible team in English football? It took 115 years for another team to achieve this feat, and if history is anything to go by, it could be another century before we see it again. However, City's Jack Grealish has hinted that the only way his team could top their treble achievement would be by completing an unbeaten season like Arsenal or even winning a quadruple.
The debate over the best English side ever will continue, with valid arguments for both Manchester United's treble winners and Arsenal's Invincibles. But one thing is for sure, these teams have left an indelible mark in the history of English football and will be remembered for years to come.
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