Manchester City, led by Pep Guardiola, made history in Jeddah as they were crowned the Club World Cup champions following an emphatic 4-0 victory over Brazil's Fluminense. However, this game ended with a brawl between Kyle Walker and Felipe Melo, who had to be pulled apart.
The CWC win marks an unprecedented achievement for City, securing their fifth trophy in 2023 and becoming the first English team to accomplish this feat.
Julian Alvarez was the standout performer, opening the scoring in the opening minute and later completing his brace, sealing a dominant performance for the English side.
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Kyle Walker reflects on Manchester City's Journey and how the Cityzens are still under United’s shadow
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Tense Moments Post-Final Whistle
However, the celebration was momentarily overshadowed by a heated altercation involving Kyle Walker and Felipe Melo.
According to the Sun, the clash, which occurred just seconds after the final whistle, saw both players engage in a physical confrontation.
Teammate Jack Grealish intervened, pulling Walker away from the fray as players from both sides rushed in, escalating into a melee. Despite the chaos, the situation was quickly defused, allowing City to proceed with their victory celebrations.
Foden praises team resilience
Phil Foden, another key figure in City's triumph, reflected on the match's challenges. He praised Fluminense's playing style and acknowledged the difficulties posed by the unfamiliar heat.
Foden emphasized the importance of the victory, noting, "This is so important for the club. I'm delighted. It is massive for the club.” His words encapsulate the team's spirit and determination, underlining the significance of this victory in Manchester City's history.
Manchester City will return to England where they will have little time for celebrations as they host in-form Everton in a bid to close to the gap on the teams at the top of the Premier League table.