If Manchester City are to go on a land a truly historic Quadruple, Pep Guardiola will have to find the real Raheem Sterling and bring him back to life.
There was a sense of anticipation when Sterling’s name was recalled to City’s starting line-up at Goodison on Saturday after being left out of the previous three games, his longest absence since 2018.
It was hoped the 26-year-old would come out explosively with a point to prove. Instead he cut a frustrated figure and missed a golden chance to put City ahead.