Former Manchester United star Gary Neville believes that Manchester City could struggle to defend their Premier League title after achieving a treble.
Gary Neville discusses Man City’s title credentials
City recently suffered their second consecutive league defeat, losing 1-0 to Arsenal, and Neville suggests that they might face challenges similar to what United experienced after their treble-winning season in 1999.
Gary Neville points out that City’s success in winning all three major trophies, including the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League, could lead to a “post-treble hangover.” He believes that maintaining the same level of motivation and performance after achieving the pinnacle of success can be challenging.
Man City’s historic season
The former Manchester United defender explains that City might find it difficult to find a new reason to push themselves to the same extent as the previous season. Even a small drop in motivation and performance can make a significant difference in the highly competitive Premier League.
Neville draws a comparison to Manchester United’s experience in the 1999/2000 season when they managed to win the Premier League title after their treble-winning campaign. However, he notes that their competitors were weaker, and United had a psychological advantage that demoralized other teams.
Man Utds historic season
In contrast, the current Premier League boasts four or five strong teams capable of defeating each other, making the title race more challenging for Manchester City. Neville also praises Arsenal’s form and suggests that they could be a serious contender in the Premier League this season, further intensifying the competition at the top of the table.
