Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand has named Manchester Metropolis because the favourites to win the Champions League this season.
Ferdinand believes Pep Guardiola’s aspect are stage above different groups within the competitors.
The previous England worldwide spoke on Wednesday evening after Man Metropolis superior to the quarter-final stage of the Champions League after beating FC Copenhagen 3-1 within the spherical of 16 second leg tie on the Etihad Stadium.
Targets from Manuel Akanji, Julian Alvarez and Erling Haaland gave the Premier League champions the win over the guests
“I simply don’t see anyone beating them over two legs. Then it will depend on who will get within the last,” Ferdinand advised TNT Sports activities post-match.
“Whoever they’re enjoying in opposition to within the last wants that stardust from one or two gamers who can flip a sport on its head, then they’ve a chance, an opportunity.
“However Metropolis, I feel they’re standout favourites. They’re a stage above.”
Man Metropolis are the present reigning champions after beating Inter Milan 1-0 within the last final season.