Manchester City Regain Premier League Title Contender Status

Manchester City have bounced back strongly in 2025, winning 19 league games and averaging 2.07 points with 63 goals scored. Pep Guardiola’s refreshed tactics, Jeremy Doku’s central influence, Phil Foden’s revival, and Erling Haaland’s 14 league goals have revived their dominance. With improving consistency, City have reentered the Premier League title race.

As the Premier League season moves deeper into 2025, Manchester City have re-emerged as genuine title contenders after last year’s stunning collapse. Pep Guardiola’s side has rediscovered its spark, winning 19 league games in 2025, scoring 63 goals, and averaging 2.07 points per match, ahead of both Arsenal and Liverpool in the calendar year. Their home form has also returned to its intimidating best with 15 points and 16 goals at the Etihad, reinforcing City’s dominance on their own turf. 

Guardiola’s tactical tweaks have reshaped the team’s identity. A narrower midfield, increased rotations, and the central involvement of Jeremy Doku have made City more unpredictable. Doku’s dribbling, carries, and chance creation have added a dangerous new dimension, while Phil Foden’s revival has provided renewed creativity after a difficult 2024. 

Erling Haaland remains ruthless with 14 league goals and 19 in all competitions, thriving in a more direct approach that has increased his first-time finishes and fast break goals. New midfield options like Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders have reduced the impact of Rodri’s absence, adding control and energy. With an upcoming run of winnable fixtures and only a 4 point gap to Arsenal, City are firmly back in the title race