Manchester City Suffers Historic Loss Despite Haaland's Goal, Marking Fourth Consecutive Defeat Across Competitions

Manchester City suffered a notable setback, recording their first-ever Premier League loss in a match where Erling Haaland found the net.

Despite Haaland's early strike, City was ultimately defeated 2-1 by Brighton & Hove Albion, ending a remarkable streak in which Haaland’s contributions consistently led to positive results for the team.

Haaland opened the scoring with a goal in the 23rd minute, showcasing his usual impact on City’s offensive efforts. However, Brighton fought back, leveling the match in the 78th minute with a goal from Joao Pedro. Just minutes later, Matt O'Riley secured the victory for Brighton with a decisive goal in the 83rd minute. This defeat underscored City’s current struggles, marking their fourth consecutive loss across all competitions.

Manchester City’s Recent Run of Defeats

City’s recent form has raised concerns, with four straight losses highlighting an unusual slump for the club under Pep Guardiola’s management. The preceding losses include:

1. Bournemouth 2-1 Manchester City: This defeat ended City’s impressive 32-game unbeaten run in the Premier League.

2. Sporting CP 4-1 Manchester City: In a challenging Champions League fixture, City fell heavily, with Haaland missing a crucial penalty, allowing Sporting to dominate.

3. Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 Manchester City: City’s League Cup journey came to an abrupt end in the Round of 16 as Tottenham capitalized on City’s struggles.

Pressure on Guardiola and Manchester City

With this unexpected series of defeats, Guardiola and his squad now face mounting pressure. To remain competitive both in the Premier League and in European competitions, City must address their current weaknesses and work to regain their winning form.