Manchester City's woes continued as they succumbed to a 4-0 defeat against Tottenham, marking their fifth consecutive loss in all competitions. The reigning Premier League champions find themselves five points adrift of league leaders Liverpool, with manager Pep Guardiola expressing doubts about their title challenge.
Despite the pre-match celebrations for midfielder Rodri's Ballon d'Or award and Guardiola's contract extension, City's on-field struggles were evident as James Maddison scored two quick goals for Tottenham. Pedro Porro and Brennan Johnson added to City's misery with two more goals.
Guardiola acknowledged the team's fragility and the need to turn their fortunes around, especially with Liverpool and other rivals closing in on them in the title race. Chelsea, Arsenal, and Brighton all secured wins to keep the pressure on the top teams.
Other Premier League Results
Chelsea defeated Leicester 2-1, Arsenal triumphed over Nottingham Forest 3-0, and Brighton continued their impressive form with a 2-1 victory against Bournemouth. Aston Villa's winless streak extended to six games after a 2-2 draw with Crystal Palace, while Wolves staged a remarkable comeback to beat Fulham 4-1.
With City's title hopes hanging by a thread, Guardiola faces a daunting task to revive their season and mount a credible challenge against Liverpool and their other rivals. The upcoming matches will be crucial in determining City's fate in the Premier League this season.
