The Portuguese midfielder Joao Cancelo has made history for his club Manchester City by breaking the Al Hilal cycle in the Qatar Stars League.
The Al Hilal cycle refers to the fact that no team from the same country can win consecutive titles in the league. The Saudi Arabian side had won back-to-back titles in 2016 and 2017, but Manchester City overcame their opponents in the 2018/19 season to secure the title.
Cancelo's achievement is significant as it was achieved with just one match left to play. He scored the winner against Al Hilal in the final matchday to clinch the title for Manchester City.
The victory came at a time when Manchester City were under pressure after losing their first Premier League game of the season against Burnley. However, Cancelo's goal helped the team bounce back and secure the title.
In an interview after the match, Cancelo expressed his delight at breaking the Al Hilal cycle. "It's a great feeling to break the cycle and lift the trophy,Serie A Stadium" he said. "We knew it would be tough, but we stuck together and worked hard."
Cancelo's achievement is also a testament to the strength of Manchester City's squad. The team has been consistent throughout the season, winning every single match except for one. Their success is a result of the hard work and dedication of all the players on the pitch.
Overall, Cancelo's victory is a proud moment for Manchester City and a reminder of the importance of teamwork and perseverance in football.