Manchester City is poised to celebrate Christmas as history-makers after securing their fifth major trophy of the year with a Club World Cup victory over Fluminense, concluding a remarkable year under Pep Guardiola.
The 4-0 triumph in Jeddah saw Julian Alvarez shine, scoring twice, while a Phil Foden own-goal added to the celebrations. However, the post-match euphoria was overshadowed by a significant altercation between Kyle Walker and Fluminense’s Felipe Melo, necessitating intervention from teammates.
As City solidifies its status as the world’s premier club, rivals Liverpool and Arsenal played to a 0-0 draw at Anfield on Saturday, leaving Chelsea in fifth place after Tottenham’s victory over Everton. Chelsea now looks ahead to a crucial clash with Everton on December 27.
Despite persistent transfer rumors, Julian Alvarez expressed satisfaction with his current situation at City. The striker, now a world champion for both club and country, played a pivotal role in City’s Club World Cup triumph.
Although often deployed out of his natural position due to Erling Haaland’s presence, Alvarez has proven his worth when given the opportunity. Amid speculation linking him to other top clubs, Real Madrid has emerged as a potential destination for the talented forward.
