Manchester City Faces Fourth Straight Loss

Manchester City is facing scrutiny in their title defense after suffering four consecutive losses, including a recent 2-1 defeat to Brighton, which has left them five points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool. Centre back Rúben Dias urged critics to doubt the team at their own peril, emphasizing the importance of resilience and character during challenging times. He reflected on past difficulties, noting that the squad has historically bounced back from tough spells, including the 'dark January' during their treble-winning season. City's current struggles are compounded by injuries to key players like Rodri, John Stones, and Jack Grealish. Pep Guardiola is under pressure as this streak marks the worst run of his managerial career, with the team also eliminated from the League Cup. Dias remains optimistic about the team's potential to reclaim their form when they host Tottenham on November 23.