Between 2018/19 and 2021/22 the Blues won the Premier League three times and finished second in the other, while the Londoners managed finishes of 12th, 14th, 14th and 12th.
But only a fool would predict City to have an easy ride when the Eagles visit the Etihad on Saturday.
Palace have become something of a bogey team for the Blues, taking points off Pep Guardiola's side in four of their last eight league meetings.
Last season City failed to beat Palace, losing 2-0 at home before playing out a goalless draw at Selhurst Park in March.
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