Pep Guardiola feels his Manchester City side have put themselves among the greats after winning the Champions League to complete an historic treble.
Rodri scored the only goal of the game in the second half as City defeated Inter Milan 1-0 at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul.
It completed a remarkable season that had already saw Guardiola’s side win the Premier League and FA Cup - matching the achievement of their rivals Manchester United from 1999.
“You have to win in Europe to be considered a great team and we did it,” said Guardiola.
He continued: “I don’t want to disappear after one Champions League. We have to work hard next season and be there.
“There are teams who win the Champions League and disappear. We have to avoid that. Knowing me it is not going to happen but it is a big relief to have this trophy.”
With both teams completing the treble, we have put together the best XI from the two treble-winning sides from 1998-99 and 2022-23. Agree with our picks below?
5. Denis Irwin
Another key figure in United’s historic 1999 treble - playing 48 times. Also chipped in with three goals and three assists. | Getty Images
6. CDM - Roy Keane
There are plenty of brilliant options to sit in the midfield of this time, and Keane makes the cut. A staggering 55 games racked up in an influential role. | Getty Images
7. CDM - Paul Scholes
Played slightly higher up during the 1998-99 season but could not be left out of this time. 22 goals contributions in 51 games for the United man. | Getty Images
8. RAM - David Beckham
Racked up a staggering 18 assists, as well as nine goals, from right midfield. We think he’d do alright in this team despite moving slightly infield. | Manchester United via Getty Imag