Manchester City suffer home defeat to Brighton

In Round 9 of the English Premier League, Manchester City hosted Brighton at home. The match at the Etihad Stadium ended 1-0 in favour of the visitors.

Yasin Ayari scored the goal in the 11th minute that gave Brighton the win. Maxim De Cuyper provided the assist. After taking an early lead, the away side organised their defence well and gave their opponents little room.

Trailing at the break, Manchester City increased their pressure for an equaliser in the second half. Manager Enzo Maresca tried to strengthen the attack with his substitutions. However, the home side could not get past the Brighton defence. Erling Haaland also failed to find the net.

With this result, Manchester City suffered their second Premier League defeat and remain on 21 points. Brighton, meanwhile, earned their 6th league win and raised their total to 19 points. The three points taken away from home were of great importance for the visitors.