For the first time in Premier League history. Man City sets another negative record
Alex Olise
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors
The Manchester derby in the 16th round ended with a highly unexpected result. Guardiola’s side not only squandered their lead in the final minutes but also managed to lose the match.
While the absence of the injured Rodri and his impact on the "Citizens" can be debated endlessly, their recent performances leave little room for defense. Man City led for most of the game but ended up empty-handed. According to the statistical portal Opta Joe, this is the first time in Premier League history that a reigning champion has lost a match despite leading until the 88th minute.
Additionally, City’s defensive struggles have been particularly glaring this season. In the current Premier League campaign, Manchester City has conceded more goals than both Everton and Crystal Palace.
Notably, their gap with Liverpool has now stretched to nine points, with the Reds still holding a game in hand. The likelihood of retaining their Premier League title appears increasingly slim.
