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Guardiola’s Struggles Deepen as Brighton Stuns Man City in Comeback Victory
Resilient Brighton turns tables in second half, handing City their worst streak under Guardiola
- Haaland puts City ahead early, but Brighton fights back after the break
- Joao Pedro scores late to equalize for Brighton
- Matt O’Riley’s goal seals the win and extends City’s losing streak
Pep Guardiola suffered an unprecedented fourth consecutive loss as Manchester City manager, as Brighton mounted a second-half comeback to claim a well-earned victory.
City seemed poised to snap their losing streak after Erling Haaland scored in the 23rd minute from Mateo Kovacic’s assist.
However, Brighton turned up the heat in the second half, finally leveling the score when substitute Joao Pedro capitalized on a chaotic scramble.
Minutes later, Matt O’Riley, recently back from injury, broke through City’s defense and netted the winner.
Brighton’s relentless pressure paid off, leaving City reeling and Guardiola searching for answers.
