Manchester City followed seven straight Premier League wins with three defeats.
The three opponents
According to Football365, Manchester City’s defeats were against Aston Villa, Brighton and Nottingham Forest. City beat Liverpool and Ipswich before the three defeats.
Nottingham Forest’s pressure
According to Football365, City were pressed, harried and rushed on the ball by Nottingham Forest’s physicality and aggression.
According to Football365, for Nottingham Forest’s first goal, Jair Cunha, playing as a right centre-back, followed Josko Gvardiol, stole the ball and scored.
Attacking numbers and the high line
According to Football365, Manchester City had six players in attack for Liam Delap’s first goal.
Football365 writes that Maresca has instructed City to stay high, including Enzo Fernandez.
The appeal verdict
Manchester City’s appeal verdict is due in early 2027.
