Manchester City clinched the Club World Cup title in Saudi Arabia with an impressive victory that featured a Julian Alvarez brace, a goal from Phil Foden, and an own goal by Fluminense’s Nino. FIFA president Gianni Infantino presented the trophy to City’s captain Kyle Walker amidst jubilant celebrations from the players.

This triumph marks the culmination of an extraordinary year for Pep Guardiola’s squad. Prior to securing the Club World Cup, they had already claimed the Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, and UEFA Super Cup, becoming the inaugural English team to hoist all five trophies in a single calendar year.

The historical moment wasn’t solely City’s, though. Striker Alvarez initiated the scoring just 40 seconds into the match with a chested goal, setting the record for the fastest goal in Club World Cup final history. His stylish finish echoed Lionel Messi’s iconic goal in the 2009 final.

Remaining undefeated in their last five matches across competitions, City will return to England as world champions. Their next challenge is a Premier League clash against Everton on December 27, followed by a year-ending home game against struggling Sheffield United.

Manchester City performance and stats

Manchester City is currently 4th in the Premier League with 34 points.

In the last 17 games, it has won 10 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 3 times. In its last match, Manchester City drawn 2-2 against Crystal Palace.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 40 goals and conceding 20.​

Manchester City will play the next match in Premier League against Everton on Tuesday 26th of December in Liverpool. The prediction is Manchester City winning the match.​