Man City told why they have struggled for consistency this season
manchestereveningnews.co.ukRio Ferdinand and Owen Hargreaves believe an unsettled defence has contributed to Manchester City's inconsistent season. City have been far below their usual incredibly high standard this season despite the goal-scoring brilliance of Erling Haaland.
They are yet to win more than four games in a row in the campaign, when in recent years they have built their trophy triumphs on being able to put together lengthy winning streaks.
It's put Pep Guardiola's side's grip on the Premier League title in serous peril as they battle Arsenal for the crown and the past week couldn't sum up their inconsistency better.
The Blues defeated the Gunners in a thrilling match but then threw away three points as they drew with Nottingham Forest. ALSO READ: RB Leipzig vs Man City LIVE goal and score updates Speaking ahead of City's return to Champions League competition against RB Leipzig on Wednesday, BT Sport's pundits are in agreement over one of the causes of their rocky form. "We were talking off air, and you look at all the successful teams down the years, the bedrock and foundation of any great team is having continuity at the back," Ferdinand said. "They just don’t have that at City at the moment, they’re changing every week down to injuries or just choice. "History tells you that you do need to have the same faces playing more often than not.
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