Man City's Champions League Victory: Destined By Fate

Pep Guardiola, visibly exhausted emotionally, declared that Manchester City's triumph in the Champions League was predestined, stating that "it was written in the stars that it belonged to us." The team clinched the treble after a grueling 1-0 victory against Inter Milan in the final.

After successfully securing the Premier League trophy by defeating Arsenal and lifting the FA Cup at Wembley by defeating Manchester United, the triumph in Istanbul allowed them to equal the accomplishment of their city rivals back in 1999. Following the win, Guardiola was visibly emotional and appeared drained from the intense match.

"This trophy is so difficult to win," said Guardiola. It could not be different and we knew it, firstly because they are really good.

During the first half, we experienced intense anxiety as we struggled to locate the free man, John Stones. However, we recognized the need to remain patient and composed. At halftime, I reminded the team of our previous experience in Porto where we were also trailing 1-0. This time, the score was tied at 0-0 and we made some necessary adjustments. Nonetheless, winning in this competition requires an element of luck. Despite this, we persevered and ultimately achieved our goal. It seems that fate had predetermined this season to be ours, and we successfully claimed victory.

"We showed resilience and determination throughout the season. Our defense has been a key factor in our success, with four solid central defenders who have given us a sense of security at the back. Even when mistakes were made, we remained composed and focused, knowing that we had the ability to bounce back.

"Although the first half may have been a bit tense, overall, we played well. Our momentum has been building since winning the Premier League and FA Cup, and we have carried that energy into this final match. We have demonstrated our strength and commitment to the sport, and I am proud of what we have achieved this season."

Guardiola has urged his team to avoid fading away in the next season as they strive to retain their titles.

"We need to build on this success and continue to strive for excellence. It's not enough to win one trophy and rest on our laurels. We must remain dedicated and committed to achieving greatness year after year. As a team, we must work tirelessly to maintain our competitive edge and avoid becoming just another forgotten champion."

"Although winning five Premier Leagues is an exceptional feat, there are those who believe that winning trebles every season is required to be considered complete. However, I acknowledge that I am good, but not quite good enough to achieve trebles every season, as the Champions League competition is incredibly challenging. Real Madrid seems to possess the ability to accomplish this feat year in and year out. Some people downplay the significance of the Premier League, but now we can finally receive recognition for our five Premier League victories.

The last six seasons have been nothing short of remarkable for us. It's not just about the Champions League, but also the numerous other titles we've earned."

Grealish in tears: This is what you work your whole life for

Jack Grealish speaking to BT Sport:

"This is what you work your whole life for. I'm so happy. I was awful but I don't care... to win the treble with this group of players is so special.

The sight of my family among the spectators never fails to stir my emotions.

I expressed my gratitude to Guardiola, acknowledging that it was all thanks to him. He had shown unwavering faith in me, investing a substantial sum of money to bring me on board. Even during times when my performance wasn't at its best, he stuck by me, offering words of encouragement. This year, he gave me the opportunity to shine and I am grateful for it.

John Stones expressed his joy in being a part of the team that made history and set the bar high. He struggled to put his emotions into words, especially after winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and now the Champions League. He also enjoyed playing a No. 8 role and is still learning. Similarly, Rodri acknowledged the historic victory but also expressed a desire for more. He felt emotional and grateful to be a part of a team that brought joy to City fans who have been waiting for this moment for decades.

Inzaghi: We didn't deserve to lose

Simone Inzaghi, the manager of Inter Milan, expressed his regrets over the defeat, as losing is the worst thing in sports. Despite this, he congratulated his team and expressed his pride in their campaign and the final they played. Inzaghi praised his team's performance, stating that they played a great game tonight and did not deserve to lose. Although they were up against a top team, Inter played a great final.

Inter fans, just like my team, deserve a big hug for their incredible support throughout the entire campaign. Over the past 20 months, we've shared some truly unforgettable moments together, as well as faced some difficulties.

Although it would have been amazing to celebrate this trophy with them by defeating the best team in the world, we were right there with Manchester City every step of the way. While we're all disappointed with the outcome, I stand by my words from Friday - I wouldn't trade my players for anyone else. Tonight, we proved exactly why that's the case.