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Manchester Evening News
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Joe Bray

Pep Guardiola gives theory for Man City's one shot on target in two games amid Erling Haaland debate

Pep Guardiola has brushed off concerns over Manchester City's sudden struggles to create chances as he looks to guide his side to a first win in three games.

City welcome Tottenham after dismal defeats against Southampton in the Carabao Cup and then a frustrating loss at Manchester United after taking the lead at Old Trafford. That goal - a Jack Grealish header - was City's only shot on target across both defeats, and the downturn in fortunes in front of goal has led to some questions over their reliance on Erling Haaland.

Despite Haaland's 27 goals, City have a similar scoring record to previous seasons, and Guardiola tasked his side with being better in the build-up to create more chances for Haaland rather than placing any further pressure on the striker.

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