Manchester City Suffers 4-0 Defeat to Tottenham

Tottenham Hotspur delivered a stunning 4-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, marking Pep Guardiola's first five consecutive losses in his managerial career. James Maddison shone for Spurs, scoring two first-half goals, while Pedro Porro and Brennan Johnson added to the tally in the second half. This loss ended City's impressive streak of 52 consecutive home matches unbeaten across all competitions, leaving them five points behind league leaders Liverpool. Guardiola acknowledged the team's defensive fragility and the absence of key players like Rodri, which significantly impacted their performance. Despite early chances, City failed to convert and ultimately succumbed to Spurs' effective counter-attacks. The defeat raises concerns about City's title ambitions as they struggle to regain form.