Fans on Twitter erupted after Manchester City lost the chance to cover ground on Arsenal as Pep Guardiola’s team succumbed to a 1-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur. Spurs won the game with talismanic striker Harry Kane scoring the only goal of the game.
The Cityzens had the chance to close the gap on Arsenal to two points as they made the trip to north London. The Gunners fell to a shock defeat against Everton in their latest Premier League clash.
Guardiola’s side, however, wasn’t able to do so as the defeat means they remain five points behind the league leaders, having played one game more than Mikel Arteta’s lot.
Guardiola made a surprising decision as he didn’t name Kevin De Bruyne in the team’s first XI. While the defending champions managed to keep hold of the ball with their usual ease, they were unable to find the end product.
Despite Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez both starting against Spurs, Hugo Lloris remained unbeaten throughout the course of the game. The defeat marked the Cityzens’ fourth in the league this season after 21 games.
This is the fifth time the Cityzens have failed to score at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. They have lost all five games at the arena.
The game, meanwhile, marked a special occasion for Harry Kane as he became Spurs’ all-time top scorer (267) with his goal. The Englishman has now also scored 200 Premier League goals.
Here are some of the best reactions across Twitter after Manchester City’s surprise Premier League away loss against Spurs:
Tottenham beating Manchester City but also helping Arsenal’s title hopes in the process: https://t.co/9BKYw7rlCo
Manchester City have played five games at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.They’ve lost all five without ever scoring a goal ? https://t.co/zczQx6x0Kd
Manchester City’s wait for a win at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium continues ?⏰ https://t.co/oECLv5XfMJ
When Tottenham Hotspur win but it’s against your title rivals Manchester City ? https://t.co/2vS9iIzPkO
FT: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester City⭐ Harry Kane becomes #THFC’s all-time leading goalscorer⚽ Striker becomes third player to score 200 Premier League goals⚪ Tottenham have won last four PL home games against #MCFC by an aggregate score of 6-0#TOTMCI https://t.co/whi8Kj2B0c
Top weekend of football.Arsenal drop points.City drop points.Newcastle drop points.Manchester United gain 3pts. Brilliant stuff.? https://t.co/fWC7T5IVQL
Huge win for Spurs (and Arsenal). Harry Kane scores the only goal in a 1-0 win over Manchester City and in doing so becomes Spurs’ all-time record scorer (267) and reaches 200 Premier League goals.? https://t.co/Qi2cQVV3lY
Manchester City have lost away to Spurs for the FOURTH consecutive time in the Premier League. And they still haven’t scored at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. ? https://t.co/Sy6gWkJz0m
? Manchester City’s record at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium:❌ 1-0❌ 2-0❌ 2-0❌ 1-0❌ 1-0? An unhappy hunting ground for Pep Guardiola… https://t.co/pmEbGE3MTZ
Premier League sides to drop points this weekend:Arsenal ?Manchester City ?Newcastle ⚫⚪Liverpool ?Chelsea ?Not a bad three days. ?? https://t.co/8Yi5h7t5Z8
Liverpool, Chelsea, Newcastle, Arsenal and Manchester City all dropped points this weekend. https://t.co/ZrN4IHbgPh
FT: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester City.1. Arsenal (50)2. Manchester City (45)3. Manchester United (42)4. Newcastle United (40)5. Tottenham (39) https://t.co/ViEzJX0k6X
Disappointment for Manchester City who fail to take advantage of Arsenal’s defeat at Goodison Park. https://t.co/XalL9eyP59
TOTTENHAM HAVE BEATEN MANCHESTER CITY TO STIR UP THE TITLE-RACE ONCE AGAIN! ?? https://t.co/k7p3Dpx2Iq
Harry Kane’s game by numbers vs. Manchester City:38 touches 4 ground duels won 2/2 long balls completed 2 shots on target 2 key passes1 goalPremier League legend. ? https://t.co/bhTFGiGJ4E
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s game by numbers vs. Manchester City:100% dribbles completed 83% pass accuracy46 touches8 ball recoveries 5 ground duels won 3 tackles won 2 interceptions 1 key pass1 big chance created1 assistRan the midfield. ? https://t.co/dZaCEdQpFf
Pierre-Emile Hojberg and Harry Kane stole the show for Tottenham against Manchester City
Harry Kane proved yet again why he is considered one of the best strikers ever in the Premier League with his performance against Manchester City. Apart from Kane, Pierre-Emile Hojberg was another player who ran the show for Tottenham. The Danish midfielder was the team’s engine throughout the game.
Guardiola’s side will return to action on February 12 as they take on Aston Villa in a Premier League home clash. Spurs, meanwhile, will next take the trip to the King Power stadium to take on Leicester City in the league.
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