The argument that the CL is easier to win and that our inability to win it thus far is a result of our domestic superiority, is an illogical one to say the least. Logic dictates if it were easier to win we'd have already won it, no? I agree the PL is a very difficult trophy to win, it's a marathon not a sprint; but then sprinting is a skillset of its own. I reckon they're equally difficult because they require different types of mentality to win; league wins require a consistency, but then in theory you could win a league without beating your main competitors, the CL as with all cup competitions leaves zero margin for error. Want to be considered the best amongst your European peers? Go out and do it on final night, that's your one chance.
Putting all that aside, it's fast becoming an issue that we're yet to win this trophy. I feel a little treacherous saying it, because we should be thankful for everything we have witnessed over the last decade, but I'm at the point where I'd sacrifice the league for one season if it guaranteed getting the CL in our trophy cabinet. Not every City fan is apathetic towards Europe's biggest club prize. I truly believe this City team, Pep's City, is one of the greatest in club football history; Pep and the players deserve to be mentioned in that breath. But, and this is the shit thing, they aren't going to be until they win the CL, simple as that. It's no longer just a stick to beat us with, it's an almighty stigma that clings to the club. There's only one way we can exorcise this demon...by winning the damn thing. Let's hope it's this season. Or better yet, let's hope we win both :)
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