Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that the Premier League title may be slipping out of the club's grasp this season.
On Saturday, November 9, Pep Guardiola and his City's players suffered their fourth consecutive defeat-a streak unprecedented in his illustrious managerial career-losing 2-1 to Brighton & Hove Albion.
The match began with promise for City, as star striker Erling Haaland netted the opener. However, Brighton, managed by Fabian Hurzeler, demonstrated resilience and tactical acumen to overturn the scoreline.
Joao Pedro equalized for Brighton in the 78th minute, responding effectively to the pressure. The turning point came when Matt O'Riley, making his Premier League debut, scored the decisive goal, securing a vital three points for the Seagulls.
Meanwhile, Liverpool capitalized on City's misfortunes, reinforcing their position atop the league table after a 2-0 victory against Aston Villa, allowing them to stretch their lead to five points.
Reflecting on his team's struggles, Pep Guardiola said, "After seven successful years in which we've claimed six Premier League titles, perhaps it's time for another team to enjoy the spoils of victory this season."
Guardiola's words echoed the challenging nature of the current campaign, as City grapples with the pressure of both expectations and the realities of unusual performance on the pitch.
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