EPL: Manchester City's Slump Continues with Brighton Defeat

Hurzeler's Fearless Approach Pays Off for Seagulls

Guardiola will now aim to utilize the international break to recharge and regroup... 

Brighton defeats Manchester City 2-1, inflicting City's fourth consecutive defeat.

Pep Guardiola suffered a historic fourth consecutive defeat as Manchester City manager, as Brighton stunned the Premier League champions with a comeback victory.

Manchester City's losing streak is their first since 2006, marking a troubling period for the reigning champions.

Erling Haaland appeared to have ended City's slump, scoring in the 23rd minute after Mateo Kovacic's pass.

However, Brighton regained composure, dominating the second half and squandering chances before Joao Pedro equalized in the 78th minute.

City's vulnerability was exposed, and Brighton seized the lead through Matt O'Riley's clinical finish past Ederson in the 83rd minute.

O'Riley's strike capped an impressive Brighton resurgence.

Brighton's persistence paid off after they spurned several opportunities, including Jack Hinshelwood's point-blank header straight at Ederson and Georginio Rutter's squandered chance, before eventually overwhelming Manchester City.

Manchester City appeared to be rebounding from recent struggles when Erling Haaland scored his 12th Premier League goal, capping the team's early dominance.

However, Brighton seized on City's defensive vulnerabilities, exploiting the absence of experienced center-backs Ruben Dias and John Stones.

As City's composure faltered, Brighton's relentless pressure intensified, with the Seagulls eventually equalizing through substitute Joao Pedro's opportunistic strike.

City's midfield, lacking the stabilizing influence of Rodri, struggled to contain Brighton's attacking fervor.

Fabian Hurzeler's high-intensity tactics allowed Brighton to capitalize on City's weaknesses.

Despite their current slump, it's premature to rule out Manchester City as title contenders, given their illustrious history of success.

However, City's recent form and lengthy injury list have presented an opportunity for their rivals to capitalize.

The timely introduction of Kevin De Bruyne as a substitute provided a much-needed boost to City's morale.

Pep Guardiola has previously navigated a similar slump, losing four consecutive games as Bayern Munich manager in 2014-15, which included a penalty shootout defeat.

Guardiola will now aim to utilize the international break to recharge and regroup before City's crucial clash against Tottenham at Etihad Stadium on November 23.

Fabian Hurzeler's bold tactics paid off as Brighton stunned Manchester City, with the young manager's fearless approach inspiring his team to a memorable victory.

Hurzeler has seamlessly built on the foundations laid by predecessors Graham Potter and Roberto De Zerbi, captivating Seagulls fans with his charisma.

Initially, Brighton struggled to contain City's early dominance, but they gradually gained control, suffocating the champions until they succumbed.

Kaoru Mitoma's relentless pressure on Kyle Walker's flank and Joao Pedro's clinical finish sealed the comeback.

Brighton's Amex Stadium has become a fortress, with Manchester United and Tottenham already falling victim this season.

However, this victory over Manchester City stands out as the crowning jewel of Hurzeler's fledgling tenure.