There was a sense of familiarity for football fans as Manchester City lifted a fifth Premier League title in sixth seasons last Sunday - but one constant was missing.
Pep Guardiola's side had already been officially crowned champions courtesy of Arsenal's defeat at Nottingham Forest the previous day, before cementing the celebrations with a 1-0 win over Chelsea. And afterwards, skipper Ilkay Gundogan lifted the trophy aloft amid a pitch invasion from the home fans,
But those watching at home had Rob Hawthorne commentating on proceedings, the first time in 20 years that the legendary Martin Tyler has not been the voice of title celebrations. The 77-year-old was instead resting at home after suffering with a sore throat, but is set to return this Sunday for the final day of the campaign.
