Manchester CityInPremier LeagueIn the first game, they faced Aston Villa away and lost 0-1, suffering their third draw in the league and the worst in Pep Guardiola's 355 league games. This defeat led to:Manchester CityDropping to fourth place, Aston Villa overtook itManchester City, in third place.
In the first half of the game,Manchester CityHardly using their attacking prowess and Aston Villa had the advantage. Despite Aston Villa's goal, they were unable to give the team the lead because the ball was out of the line. Throughout the first half, Villa had a staggering 13 shots on goal and showed that they were rightManchester CityA powerful threat in front of the door. Relatively speaking,Manchester CityThere were only 2 shots on goal, and the possession rate was obviously at a disadvantage, and he was completely in a state of passive beating.
Manchester CityThis season has been full of challenges and the team has been fighting for all competitions. However, inPremier LeagueLeague,Manchester CityThe performance has not been up to expectations. As the defending champions, they have been suppressed and have repeatedly encountered difficulties.
This game against Aston Villa is undoubtedly the sameManchester CityA microcosm of the current predicament. Whether it's the performance on the field, or the ranking in the standings,Manchester CityNone of them have an advantage. Their opponents, Aston Villa, have not only overtaken through this gameManchester City, in third place, returnedManchester CityCoach Pep Guardiola brings a record of disgrace.
In the starting game, Pep Guardiola made some adjustments, hoping to change the current predicament by adjusting tactics and lineups. However, this adjustment did not have the desired effectManchester CityStill passive in the game. Throughout the first half,Manchester CityWith few chances and just two shots on goal, Guardiola suffered an unprecedented humiliation when he was shot 13 times in the first half.
Faced with increasing difficulties and pressures, Guardiola undoubtedly faces a huge challenge. He needs to take a fresh look at the team's problems, find out what's going on and deal with them accordingly. Only through timely adjustments and improvements,Manchester Cityto regain their rhythm and confidence and continue to fight for the title.
Judging from the live action, Aston Villa won far with their attacking power and excellent number of shots on goalManchester City。Throughout the first half, Villa had 13 shots on goal, compared toManchester CityWith just 2 shots on goal, it was a clear indication of the difference in attacking efficiency between the two sides. And in terms of possession,Manchester CityThey are also at a disadvantage and are unable to take the initiative by controlling the game.
In terms of lineup,Manchester CityThe start of this game was not large, and Guardiola made some adjustments to the combination of midfield, hoping to achieve a certain advantage in midfield. However, he still couldn't fully play his strength in the game. Comparatively speaking, Aston Villa were excellent throughout the game, showing strong attacking prowess and rich squad depth.
In general,Manchester CityThere are quite a few problems in this game. Whether it is in the performance of the overall strength or in the arrangement of tactics, there is room for improvement and strengthening. However, this is alsoFootballEvery game is a challenge, and every setback is an opportunity. Manchester CityWe need to learn from this defeat, find out what the problem is, and actively look for solutions. Only after reflection and adjustment,Manchester Cityto find their form again and fight for the championship.
This Aston Villa matchupManchester CityThe game was impressive. And not just becauseManchester CityThe loss is even more because of their powerlessness and passivity in the game. Pep Guardiola's worst record of 355 league games in charge is also reflected in partManchester CityThe current dilemma.
As the defending champions,Manchester CityThe performance has been in the spotlight. However, in this season'sPremier LeagueIn the game, they encountered a series of problems, in addition to difficulties in the standings, the team's performance on the pitch was also up and down. This game against Aston Villa was exposed againManchester Cityproblems, especially in terms of offensive efficiency and possession.
For Pep Guardiola andManchester CityThis game is undoubtedly an important lesson. Manchester CityYou need to re-examine your own problems, find out the crux of them, and actively take measures accordingly. Only through timely adjustments and improvements,Manchester Cityin order to regain the initiative in the competition and continue to fight for the championship.
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