'There is always a first time'-Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola unfazed by record consecutive defeats

manager, remains resolute despite overseeing a rare and worrying slump in form, as his side suffered a 4th consecutive defeat for the first time in his managerial career

This latest setback came on Saturday at the Amex Stadium, where City squandered a first-half lead to lose 2-1 to Brighton

City had taken the lead in the 23rd minute through a clinical finish by Erling Haaland, and they went into the break holding onto that advantage

However, the second half proved disastrous for Guardiola’s men as Brighton struck back in the 78th minute through Joao Pedro and, just five minutes later, Matt O’Reily scored again, sealing a stunning comeback that handed City their fourth straight defeat

Tuesday's Champions League loss to Sporting CP marked Manchester City's third consecutive loss, a state that the City boss is looking to change.

The loss to Brighton follows a series of disappointments for the reigning Premier League champions

In October, City was knocked out of the Carabao Cup with a 2-1 loss to Spurs.

A week later, they suffered another 2-1 loss in the league to Bournemouth before being humiliated 4-1 by Sporting CP in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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Despite the worrying run of results, Guardiola remains unfazed by the difficult period, stating after the Brighton loss that his charges won’t give up

“Well welcome. There is always time for a first in life. Maybe after seven years winning six Premier Leagues, maybe one year another team deserves it,» stated Guardiola as per Italian journalist

As the defending champions struggle, City now find themselves five points behind leaders Liverpool, sitting in second place.