Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma punishes Manchester City as title bid falters again

Pep Guardiola believes team spirit will help Manchester City get through a difficult period but more than camaraderie alone will be required on this evidence. City endured a third consecutive draw against Brighton to leave the leaders, Arsenal, who have a game in hand, five points ahead and currently without a title challenger. City were left with 14 fit senior outfield players for the match and those on the pitch looked fatigued. An Erling Haaland penalty gave a platform they were unable to build on as City let Brighton come back into the match and deservedly depart with a point thanks to Kaoru Mitoma. Continue reading...