What a strawman.
They’re not irrelevant, they’re brilliant to have, and I’m pretty sure most of us would take 17th and any silverware that isn’t the Community Shield over just an eighth place finish.
But you HAVE stunk out the league this season and it would have MASSIVELY helped your case if you’d a) won your trophy playing good football and b) beaten a decent team in the final. It’s well established neither of those things happened - take off the white and navy blue specs once you’ve recovered from your hangover!
You don't seriously believe that trophies don't count as much if you haven't played good football or beaten Man City?
I'd take a night like Wednesday every season playing Pulis football if necessary. Even if it upsets the purists.