Spurs have upset Man City before, but the way they physically dominated the title contenders should be a cause for concern

The optimism of City's opening-weekend romp at Wolverhampton Wanderers quickly evaporated as their first home game of the season ended in a 2-0 loss to the London club.

Tottenham made it two wins from two under new boss Thomas Frank with another big result at the Etihad, once again leaving Manchester City frustrated. After last season’s 4-0 drubbing in the same fixture, Spurs returned with a more disciplined approach and still walked away with all three points.

Pep Guardiola remained coy on his goalkeeper options at Manchester City following a crucial mistake by James Trafford against Tottenham. Trafford made a sloppy pass in his own area that led to

Manchester City eventually sold the right-back to Sporting CP in June 2022 for a loss at £7m, without ever handing the defender an appearance. As Pep Guardiola now finds himself on the hunt for a new right-back following the decline of Kyle Walker, Porro showed he is exactly what Manchester City need.

Pep Guardiola's Manchester City selections are likely to see Ederson question his next move as the Brazilian is left on the bench whilst Manuel Akanji isn't good enough for the squad

James Trafford kept his place in goal for Manchester City but made a mistake as the Blues were beaten 2-0 by Tottenham at the Etihad.

LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 27: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City, acknowledges the fans after the team’s victory during the Emirates FA Cup Semi Final match between Nottingham Forest and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on April 27, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was asked about the future(s) of Savinho and Manuel Akanji amid interest from Tottenham and Galatasaray ahead of Saturday’s Premier League meeting with