Man City's leaky defence highlights Donnarumma & Guehi struggles
Manchester City's perfect Premier League start ended with a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. Manager Enzo Maresca faces scrutiny over the form of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and defender Marc Guehi, who have been linked to multiple errors.
Why it matters
Manchester City is a high-profile global sports brand; their defensive struggles impact the competitive landscape of the Premier League.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, Since the start of last season, only eight players have made more errors leading to Premier League goals than Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marc Guehi
Manchester City reporter at Villa Park Published 9 minutes ago Manchester City 's 100% winning start to the Premier League season came to an abrupt end against Aston Villa - leaving Enzo Maresca with glaring defensive issues to resolve.
Nicolas Jackson's double in a 2-1 home win for Villa means City have now managed only one clean sheet in their past six games and the form of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma and defender Marc Guehi is of concern.
Since the start of last season, only eight players have made more errors leading to Premier League goals than Donnarumma and Guehi with three each.
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