Following a winning streak that helped them move ahead of Arsenal in the Premier League, Man City are now looking at the possibility of winning the treble – the first English team to do so in a long time.
The Champions League will undoubtedly prove to be the most difficult obstacle for the Premier League champions to overcome. Particularly in light of how Pep Guardiola’s team has faltered in the competition in recent years.
Their task will be made even more tough by Real Madrid, their semifinal opponent.
And according to Arsenal legend, Ian Wright, Real Madrid are the team Man City must beat if they are to win the treble this season.
Speaking on a football talk show, the former Arsenal striker backed Real Madrid to break City’s treble dreams, stating: “Look at Real Madrid! If there is a team that can disrupt this achievement, it is Real Madrid.
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“What a club! I’m sure they’re upset about what happened in the league, but when it comes to the Champions League with them, it’s hard to beat them,” he said.
Real Madrid are certainly enjoying an excellent Champions League campaign this season.
They notably broke apart two English sides Chelsea and Liverpool in the knockout rounds.
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