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How good the backup players are when starters get injured or rested. Deep squads can rotate without losing quality. Shallow squads fall apart when key players are missing. Manchester City's depth means their B-team could challenge for titles; smaller clubs rely on 11 players and pray they stay fit. Modern football's congested schedule makes depth more valuable than ever.
Manchester City's 2022-23 treble relied on squad depth - players like Julián Álvarez, Rico Lewis, and Cole Palmer could step in seamlessly when needed, ensuring no dip in quality across 60+ matches.
Robbie
Feb 2, 2026
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