Manchester City's current form is alarming, with only one win in their last twelve matches, raising questions about their title defense capabilities.
The team's defensive issues are evident, having conceded 25 goals in 11 games since November, highlighting a significant decline in performance compared to previous seasons.
If Manchester City does not improve their form, they risk falling further behind in the title race, potentially losing their chance to compete for the championship this season.
Continued poor performances could lead to increased scrutiny on Pep Guardiola's management and strategy, possibly prompting changes in the squad or coaching staff.
Manchester City Suffers Another Defeat Against Aston Villa
Manchester City faced a disappointing 1-2 defeat against Aston Villa in the 17th round of the English Premier League at Villa Park, marking their ninth loss in the last 12 matches across all competitions. Under the management of Pep Guardiola, City has struggled significantly this season, now sitting in 6th place with 27 points, just one point behind Aston Villa, who have moved up to 5th with 28 points.
The match began with a defensive error from City, which nearly allowed Aston Villa to score within seconds. However, goalkeeper Stefan Ortega's remarkable saves kept the score level early on. Aston Villa eventually broke the deadlock in the 16th minute when Morgan Rodgers assisted Jon Duran, who scored with a left-footed shot. Despite City’s attempts to recover, they ended the first half without finding the net.
In the second half, Villa continued to apply pressure, and after a disallowed goal for offside, they managed to score again in the 65th minute through Rodgers, who capitalized on a well-executed play involving John McGinn. City struggled to respond effectively until Phil Foden scored in stoppage time, marking his first league goal of the season. This defeat leaves City with only one win in their last 12 matches, raising concerns about their title defense as they aim for a fifth consecutive EPL championship.
