The World Cup was a reminder of a major weapon that Manchester City possesses | OneFootball

Rodri played a key role for Spain in their World Cup winning campaign. Spain’s 1-0 win over Argentina in last night’s World Cup final at the Met Life Stadium saw Manchester City’s midfield general claim the final jewel for his crown as a player. Rodri has now won every major competition available to him as a player for both City and Spain. The Manchester City midfielder was also named as the player of the tournament. His performances throughout Spain’s run to win their second World Cup were a reminder of the weapon that Manchester City possesses.

A fully fit Rodri gives Manchester City a weapon in midfield like no other.

Rodri’s performances at the World Cup were a reminder of just how dominant a midfielder he is. With his injury issues seemingly behind him, Rodri grew into the tournament as Spain progressed. His best two performances came in Spain’s semi-final win over France and their win over Argentina. Given that Rodri sustained a serious knee injury early in the 2024-25 season and had injury issues throughout the 2025-26 season, at times it did seem like perhaps his body would let him down.

However, that notion has emphatically been put to bed. Rodri is back to his best. With that, Manchester City have a weapon in midfield that their rivals simply do not. Rodri is the world’s best midfielder. His performances throughout his time at City and his efforts with Spain have proven this fact. Entering the 2026-27 season with a fully fit Rodri gives Enzo Maresca’s side a midfielder that controls every aspect of a match. There is no value that can be placed on what Rodri adds to this City team. Once again, he’ll be a key player in a new era at the club. That new era begins next season. It also would not be a surprise to see Rodri captain City for it.

Rodri’s contract situation remains a story that will dominate the headlines.

It is no secret that Rodri is entering the final twelve months of his current contract. Manchester City will not want to see his contract run down and risk losing him for free. A recent report from The Athletic stated that City are doing all they can to extends Rodri’s contract. It is also reported that City will speak to Rodri now that the World Cup is over about extending his stay at the FA Cup and Carabao Cup holders. Hopefully, Rodri does agree a new deal with Manchester City. That was he can lead the way for team for another prolonged period of time.

Rodri’s return to his dominant best was one of the biggest stories to come out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His performances were a reminder of the weapon that Manchester City possesses in the heart of their midfield. If the Rodri that dominated the World Cup is what City will unleash next season, anything is possible for Enzo Maresca’s side next season.