Sun Nov 24 02:13:34 UTC 2024: ## Manchester City Suffer Historic Home Defeat to Tottenham, Raising Title Doubts

**Manchester, England** – Manchester City suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur at the Etihad Stadium, marking their fifth consecutive loss and ending a 52-game unbeaten home run. The result leaves Pep Guardiola’s side five points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand.

James Maddison scored twice in the first half, capitalizing on City’s defensive fragility. Pedro Porro and Brennan Johnson added further goals to complete the rout. City’s last home defeat in open play dates back to the eve of the 2022 World Cup.

Guardiola admitted the situation is unprecedented in his eight years at the club, calling it the worst run of his managerial career. Despite recently extending his contract until 2027, the manager faces a monumental task to turn things around, starting with a challenging trip to Anfield to face Liverpool.

The absence of injured midfielder Rodri, who paraded his Ballon d’Or trophy before the game, has been cited as a key factor contributing to City’s recent struggles. While City started strongly, Tottenham’s first serious attack proved decisive.

Tottenham, who have shown inconsistency this season, delivered a commanding performance, showcasing their ability to perform well on the road against top opposition. Manager Ange Postecoglou highlighted the significance of the win, emphasizing the importance of maintaining this level of performance.

City’s only positive takeaway may be the return of Kevin De Bruyne from injury, who appeared as a late substitute. However, Guardiola needs to find quick solutions to avoid a complete collapse of their title defence.

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