Pep Guardiola faces considerable contemplation following Manchester City’s relinquishment of a two-goal advantage against Brentford.

Pep Guardiola has stated that he must reflect on the underlying reasons for Manchester City’s tendency to relinquish leads, following their late surrender of a two-goal advantage in a 2-2 draw against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Phil Foden’s two goals in the second half positioned Manchester City favourably for a third consecutive victory in the Premier League. However, Yoane Wissa of Brentford reduced the deficit in the 82nd minute, and captain Christian Norgaard subsequently scored an equaliser during added time.”

I must reflect on this matter,” Guardiola stated when enquired about the reasons behind City’s loss of points from advantageous positions. “We find ourselves in the current situation, which I believe differs somewhat from the circumstances surrounding the match against United; however, it is a reality that I must contemplate.”

“We were in proximity to success and had opportunities; however, we failed to make the appropriate decisions.” Ultimately, a substantial quantity was placed into the receptacle, and he (Norgaard) was present at that time.

The Danish player was uncontested during the additional time and successfully directed his header past Stefan Ortega, who inadvertently deflected the attempt into the net. Guardiola stated that his team’s physical inferiority compared to Brentford contributed to their conceding the late goal.

He elucidated: “During the period from 2-1 to 2-2, we maintained control; however, following that, they positioned additional players within the box, which provided them with a distinct advantage in that regard, ultimately leading to their equalisation.”

The draw contributes to a series of comparable setbacks for Guardiola’s team this season, including their derby loss to Manchester United, during which two late goals from a favourable position resulted in a home defeat to Ruben Amorim’s squad last month.