Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge took a major blow on Saturday after being thrashed 4-0 at home by Tottenham. The four-time defending champion conceded two goals in the opening 20 minutes at the Etihad Stadium and twice more after the break to extend its losing run to five games in all competitions.

While Pep Guardiola finds himself in uncharted territory, losing five consecutive games for the first time in his outstanding managerial career, the Manchester City boss said sticking together would be key for his players during this calamitous run.