Manchester City’s impressive unbeaten run at home was brought to an unexpected halt, ending a series of 20 matches since December 2022 without a home loss.
This streak had been foundational in City’s strong performances, helping them secure major trophies, including their historic treble.
The last team to defeat City at the Etihad before this streak was Brentford in November 2022, a match that saw Ivan Toney score the decisive goal just before the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Throughout this run, City consistently dominated, scoring an average of three goals per match. Star players like Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne were particularly influential, with Haaland leading in goals and De Bruyne excelling in assists. City’s consistent home form extended to the Champions League, where they also set an English record for consecutive home games without defeat​
