Ground football: Ronaldo thought I was going to assist him

Sky Sports made a prediction about Manchester City's performance at the end of the season: "It seems like a good option for Manchester City to announce their cup performance early."

"They avoided the intense competition of the league."

"But the problem is, do they think they'll be in the middle of the league just because they're in the middle now?"

"They underestimated how intense the second half of the Premier League season will be."

"When they are fighting to avoid relegation in March and April, the FA Cup will become a burden for them. At that time, they will be in a difficult situation and will likely collapse on multiple fronts."

"This is due to his unfamiliarity with the Premier League. Maxi had high hopes and was a very good coach, but unfortunately he had never been to the Premier League before."

Why don't mid-table Premier League teams like Tottenham and Everton focus on cup competitions like Manchester City do?

Because the Premier League doesn't actually have the concept of mid-table teams.

This is a league where even relegation-threatened teams can beat Arsenal and Manchester United.

Mid-table teams could easily become relegation-threatened teams if they let their guard down.

Let's not even talk about the relegation-threatened teams.

Tottenham also appears to be a mid-table Premier League team.

But they are only six points behind fourth-placed Chelsea.

They are only nine points behind second-placed Manchester United!

In theory, Tottenham even has a chance to qualify for the Champions League!

Even a Tottenham team like this wouldn't dare say they're distracted by cup competitions.

As a result, Manchester City thought they were safe in the league and focused on cup competitions, which will definitely be punished in the end.

The first leg of the EFL Cup semi-finals kicked off on January 8.

Liverpool made appropriate rotations under these circumstances.

Because their league ranking dropped to eighth.

Keep in mind, this is a team that people consider to have a chance to challenge for the Premier League title.

The power of a grueling schedule is evident.

Ultimately, Liverpool defeated Manchester City 3-2 at home.

Manchester City, going all out, encountered a tough opponent for the first time.

The uncertainty of cup competitions is beginning to emerge.

Manchester City's weakness in defense, despite their strong attack, was also fully exposed.

How can you possibly set a goal of winning the championship for such an unstable team playing in an even more unstable cup competition?

It's outrageous!

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The Times: "Manchester City's opportunism has been punished! Football is unpredictable; you can't win just because you want to!"

The Echo: "Although Liverpool's league matches have been very tense, and their performances can even be described as struggling, they are still in better form than Manchester City!"

"Essentially, Liverpool is a championship-caliber team, while Manchester City is a mid-table team."

BBC: "Perhaps the only consolation for Manchester City is that the next leg will be played at their home ground. But the kings of home ground, Manchester City, have already lost quite a few games at Maine Road this season!"

Sky Sports: "Manchester City will face Leeds United at home before their EFL Cup second leg against Liverpool. They won't be at their best for Liverpool three days from now!"

The English media have raised a global question.

Manchester City fans' greatest confidence now comes from their home record.

Before playing Liverpool, they had a home game.

If they lose this match, they will suffer a home defeat and their confidence will be shaken. Their mental state will inevitably be poor when they play Liverpool next time.

If they win this match, it means they've given it their all, and their physical condition for the upcoming match against Liverpool won't be very good.

No matter which option you choose, it's painful.

Elimination from the EFL Cup is inevitable!

January 11th, Premier League Round 23.

Manchester City will travel to face Newcastle United, who are currently third in the Premier League.

Two to zero!

Newcastle easily defeated Manchester City.

Deng Kai delivered three threatening passes, but Fowler failed to capitalize on any of them.

A genius assassin's performance will be greatly reduced when targeted.

He needs a better environment to produce results; he's not the kind of player who can create opportunities.

January 18th, Premier League Round 24.

Manchester City will host Leeds United.

Leeds United, who topped the Premier League in the first three rounds of the season, are currently ranked 13th, even worse than Manchester City in 12th place.

Manchester City: ? ? ?

After all, this is the result of Manchester City playing recklessly and appropriately giving up on the league.

Both Robbies scored in this match.

Robbie Keane opened the scoring for the team.

Robbie Fowler then quickly helped Manchester City equalize.

Ribery won a free kick, and Duncan's curling free kick sealed the victory for Manchester City against Leeds United, defending the dignity of Manchester City's home ground.

After the match, 70,000 fans at Maine Road Stadium chanted "King of the Home Ground".

Without a doubt, they are aiming for Liverpool, who will be visiting here in three days.

A great battle is about to begin.

Sky Sports has defined this EFL Cup semi-final second leg match as a "highlight battle".

It's not just because it's the semi-finals.

Or is it because this is a "traditional English team" punishing "opportunists"?

Many people believe that Manchester City's actions will make the league less exciting.

For Premier League fans, the Premier League is the most exciting competition, even more so than most Champions League matches.

After all, most people only have time to watch games on weekends, so where would they find the time on Wednesday?

Unfortunately, Sky Sports' usually professional news pales in comparison to The Sun's front-page headline!

The Sun: "Jordan declares war! English pop star Jordan Katie Price officially announces her pursuit of Duncan!"

Katie Price, an English model and singer, was an early internet celebrity.

Her private life was frequently featured in magazines such as The Sun.

It has been estimated that she appears in news articles like the third page of The Sun at least four times a week.

This actress, born in 1978, used to have a flat chest and a mediocre career.

But after undergoing breast augmentation surgery to increase her cup size from C to D, her career immediately reached its peak.

She changes boyfriends very quickly.

The Sun has a private working relationship with Katie Price, so this news is one of the few pieces of information that The Sun can guarantee is true.

Katie Price quickly responded to The Sun's rumors: "I know the rumors that I'm interested in Duncan have attracted a lot of attention, so I feel obligated to address them."

"This is not a rumor!"

fan:???

Fans: Great job!

Katie Price: "I love Duncan's mature demeanor; I love this kind of adorable man who looks like a puppy but has a wolf inside!"

"I know that a little boy like him needs some special encouragement."

"So if Duncan can help Manchester City turn the tide against Liverpool, I'll reward him by letting him touch my...babies!"

After saying that, Price deliberately squeezed his chest, the meaning of which was quite clear.

I like playing football on the ground: Ronaldo thought I was going to assist him.