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Manchester City's stand-in captain Kyle Walker has acknowledged that even if his team clinches the Club World Cup title, they would remain in the shadow of their legendary neighbours, Manchester United.
Walker, leading the team in Kevin De Bruyne's absence, reflected on the club's achievements and the path ahead. He believes that despite potentially becoming the first English team to win five major trophies in a year, City has more to accomplish to eclipse the legacy of Sir Alex Ferguson's United.
Legacy of Consistency
Walker emphasized the importance of consistency over the years, highlighting the long-term achievements of teams like Liverpool and Manchester United.
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"To go and achieve what the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United did... they did it year in, year out for a number of years," Walker said as reported by Daily Mail.
This sentiment underlines respect for the history and tradition of English football, acknowledging that greatness is measured over sustained periods.
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Guardiola's Impact and Future Aspirations
Despite the remarkable success under Pep Guardiola, including five Premier League titles in six years, Walker believes more is needed for City to be considered among the world's elite clubs. "To be recognized as one of the top clubs in the world we have to do it for a little bit longer," he added.
This candid assessment comes as City prepares for a tough Premier League return, facing Everton, while currently being points behind the league leaders.
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Dealing with Criticism and Motivation
Walker also opened up about facing criticism, revealing that negative comments from fans, relayed by his family, have only fueled his motivation.
He admitted that City has been fortunate with other teams not capitalizing on their dropped points and is now focused on making history in the Club World Cup final against Fluminense in Jeddah.
This candid interview with Walker reveals a player who is not only aware of his club's current standing in the world of football but also respectful of the history and achievements of their rivals.
It's a rare glimpse into the mindset of a top athlete who, despite recent successes, still sees the journey ahead for his club.
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