In round 11 of the Premier League, Man City just lost to Brighton & Hove Albion with a score of 1-2. Notably, this was the second consecutive loss for Pep Guardiola's team in the domestic league, because in round 10 they also lost to Bournemouth 1-2. In all competitions, Man Xanh is on a streak of 4 consecutive losses, something that rarely happens under Pep's reign.
Along with the defeats, the media began to comment on Man City's "decline". However, center-back Ruben Dias still showed confidence, according to ESPN: "Last season, we went through a difficult time at the same time before Christmas, and also in the treble season before that. I think when we won the treble, we called it Black January. We always go through very difficult times.
The most important thing is how to bounce back from these moments, and that is why our team wins so much. In difficult times, our true character comes out and we are always there for each other.”
Many believe that Man City have won so much that they will no longer push themselves too hard. However, Dias insists that the desire for him and his team-mates remains: “Our legacy could be threatened. We have won so much, so it is easy to relax and accept it. Accept the fact that we have achieved so much.
But I believe we will only be satisfied when our career ends and the whole team wants to move on. Please continue to doubt us."
Despite consecutive defeats, Man City are only 5 points behind leaders Liverpool in the Premier League. Remember, there were seasons when Pep Guardiola's team were 8 points behind their opponents at the end of the season, but they still ended up winning the championship.
