Manchester City will now be desperate for a run of victories as they find themselves with one win from 12 games. Pep Guardiola's men looked tired, worn out and off the pace when they travelled to Villa Park in their latest defeat.
They will now prepare for an Everton side who, one after another, held title challengers Arsenal and Chelsea to 0-0 draws. At the start of this season, City looked to be in a position where they could challenge for their fifth Premier League title in a row.
Now, almost half way through the season, Guardiola's team sit seventh, 12 points off leaders Liverpool. The likes of Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth sit above the title holders.
Even with this torrid run of form, there is still a nervousness towards City from supporters of other clubs. They're famously known for their ruthlessness in the second half of the season.
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