Manchester City never do it the easy way, but a dramatic 3-2 win over Aston Villa on Sunday confirmed Pep Guardiola's side as the Premier League champions for the fourth time in five seasons.
Three players with a point to prove to Pep Guardiola as Man City face Newcastle test
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Manchester City have little time to dwell on their heartbreaking exit from the Champions League, as on Sunday they face Newcastle in a must-win Premier League game.
Pep Guardiola's side know that if they win all four of their remaining league fixtures then they will be crowned champions, but drop points and Liverpool could snatch top spot.
City have been excellent for most of the season, but now face the possibility of finishing the campaign without silverware. With that in mind, the collapse in Madrid and the expectation that City will make at least two signings this summer, there are a few players who might be out to prove a point to Guardiola over the next four games.
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Ruben Dias
Dias' place in Guardiola's squad is of course not at risk, but his place in the starting line-up could be unless his form picks up. Since arriving from Benfica in 2020 Dias has been regarded as City's best 'traditional' defender, whereas John Stones and Aymeric Laporte excel more with the ball at their feet.
However, since Dias returned from a hamstring injury a couple of weeks ago, and indeed at other points this season, he has not been as solid as last season. He's been caught out by poor positioning in key games, and has a tendency to make rash challenges in dangerous areas.
Given his ability to play out from the back, Laporte seems a sure starter for City next term, but it's possible that Stones could displace Dias as his partner. With Stones currently sidelined, Dias has a chance to show Guardiola why he should keep the starting gig.
Joao Cancelo
Barin unforeseen circumstances Cancelo won't be going anywhere in the summer, and given how good he has
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