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'Monster Goalkeeper'Elling Holan has scored only two goals in two months since he launched a absurd attack on Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta against Arsenal in September.
Holan remained silent in the 12th round of the English Premier League (EPL) home game against Tottenham in the 2024-2025 season at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England on the 24th (Korea time).
The performance was not bad, playing full-time for 90 minutes, shooting six shots (effective 2), the most in both teams, and stabbing two key passes, but it was small in front of the goal. He lost two crucial chances.
In the silence of Holan, Manchester City suffered a crushing 0-4 defeat, allowing relay goals to James Maddison (2 goals), Pedro Porro and Brennan Johnson. It is the worst performance in 18 years since 2006, with five consecutive losses including the Cup.
It is the first time in his career that Pep Guardiola, who signed a two-year extension with Manchester City on the 22nd, has lost five consecutive games. The match against Tottenham is also the worst defeat at home in 21 years since Arsenal (1-5 loss) in 2003.
Son Heung-min, who started and played for 63 minutes until the 18th minute of the second half, assisted Madison's second goal (season No. 4) in the 20th minute of the first half, proving again that he is a `Man City killer.' As of that day, he became the second player to achieve double-digit attack points (5 goals and 5 assists) against PepsiCo (Pep Guardiola's Man City). '1' is Mohamed Salah (Liverpool).
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Holan's recent scoring ability has been a cause for concern. Since the opening of the season, Holan has scored 10 goals in five games, breaking the EPL record day after day.
Holan, who scored his 10th goal of the season in a fifth-round home game against Arsenal on September 23, has only scored two goals in the last eight games, including against Tottenham.
Coincidentally, Holan caused controversy when he made a remark about his opponent's manager, Arteta, after a 2-2 draw with John Stones' theatrical goal at Arsenal. Man City Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus pushes Holan "Why are you saying that?" a flashpoint was made.
After the remarks, Holan remained silent for three consecutive games, changing from 'monster goaltender' to 'shai goaltender'.
The emergency light was also turned on in the record of the top scorer for three consecutive seasons. While Holan has scored only two goals in the last eight games, Brian Mbormo (Brentford), Salah, Chris Wood (Nottingham Forest, eight goals), Matheus Cunha (Wolverhampton), Nicholas Jackson, Cole Palmer (Chelsea), and Joanne Visa (Brentford, seven goals) have been closely followed.
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Guardiola, who lost face with five consecutive losses, said "We have to accept the reality that we haven't experienced in the past eight years. I've thought we could crash sooner or later. We never expected to lose three EPL games in a row, but we have been incredibly consistent. In the soccer world, this kind of reality comes, and this is life."
Manchester City have been crushed by counterattacks in the last five games. The average shooting increased and the scoring rate decreased. Guardiola said "We're in a fragile state right now. Play with a bit of a negative mind, but this is normal. Performance depends on mood," he said, describing his recent slump.
Alan Shearer wrote in the highlight program 'BBC' 'Match of the Day' that there are so many wrong parts. Rodri is also absent, but the defense is not working properly. They couldn't put the pressure right throughout the stadium. have been overly open" he analyzed.
Manchester City remained in second place with seven wins, two draws and three losses and 23 points in 12 games, but if the leader Liverpool (28 points) wins the away match at Southampton at 11 p.m. on the 24th, the points will be eight points apart. Manchester City will go on an away trip to Anfield, Liverpool's home stadium, on the 2nd of next month in the worst atmosphere.
yoonjinman@sportschosun.com
