[Man City vs Chelsea] We believe that despite fatigue and emotional depletion, Pep Guardiola will manage to inspire his team for the semifinal clash.

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The Citizens endured a grueling encounter against Real Madrid in the Champions League. Pep Guardiola's side besieged Andriy Lunin's goal throughout the match but failed to secure victory in regulation and extra time. Ultimately, Real Madrid emerged triumphant in the penalty shootout. It's challenging to fathom the extent of fatigue and emotions the team endured on Wednesday, with an equally emotionally charged showdown in the FA Cup looming ahead. Last weekend, City secured a commanding victory against Luton (5-1). Coupled with the slip-ups of their competitors, this win propelled them to the summit of the Premier League. Currently, Manchester City leads their closest rivals by two points and stands a strong chance of clinching the title.The Blues can only dream of being in the title race, much like their hopes of securing a European berth. Despite investing a substantial amount in bolstering their squad, Chelsea finds themselves stagnant, failing to progress. In the league, they languish in ninth place, trailing Tottenham by a considerable 13-point margin. However, the London side has notably improved their recent performances. For instance, in the league last weekend, they trounced Everton 6-0 at home, extending their unbeaten streak in the Premier League to eight matches (four wins and four draws).