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Manchester City started the season in sensational fashion, and it seemed like they would emulate Arsenal of 2003-04. The Cityzens could have won the Premier League against United at home last week but faltered in the second half.
After being comprehensively beaten by Liverpool in the Champions League quarterfinals, they now travel to Wembley for a Spurs clash.
This season, Pep Guardiola's team was gunning to win a treble and now suddenly finds itself struggling to wrap up an EPL title triumph.
To get back to winning ways, here are the three changes that City need to make.
#3 Tougher defence
Manchester City's defensive lapses have cost them dearly. In their must-win match against Liverpool, their defenders had a horrible night where their mistakes cost them the game.
In that game they played three defenders, leaving Kompany out to get an extra attacking option. It was a forced decision as they needed to press forward and score goals.
Unfortunately, the defense did not stand up and Liverpool easily exposed the fragile City defense.
With the backing of the Abu Dhabi royal family, City had spent a little more than £200 million just on new defenders this season. Nicolas Otamendi who plays as a center back for City is a vital cog in the team.
He had a horrible game against Liverpool where he lost control and gave away the ball, leading to Firmino scoring an easy goal.
They need to bring in Vincent Kompany who is their most experienced defender, and use a 4-3-3 formation.
This will help beef up their defence, and close out the open spaces. The other tactic that the Cityzens can think of using is man-marking Harry Kane and not give him space in the box.
#2 Keep emotions in check and have a solid second half
During their match against Liverpool, Guardiola was sent to the stands after confronting referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz on the pitch.
In such a crucial game, it was necessary for the manager to keep his calm and motivate his players. Instead he got sent off, and City's on-field performance dipped during the second half. Against United, they conceded two quick goals against the run of play.
With Tottenham unbeaten in 14 Premier League matches, they are a formidable opponent at the Wembley. They play a very free-flowing style of football and are not afraid to attack.
In one of the goals of the season against Leicester City, Tottenham Hotspur scored an excellent goal in which every member of the team touched the ball.
The Catalan will play a crucial role in keeping the team together in the face of such humiliating successive defeats.
A characteristic of a champion is the ability to bounce back in the face of adversity. With City needing to win just two matches to secure the title, expect them to fight back and win the title.
#1 Be clinical in attack and let Aguero start
Manchester City has only scored thrice in their last three matches. The trio of Sane, Jesus, and Sterling were deadly at the start of the season, but they have found it difficult to score in the last three games.
Against Liverpool, Leroy Sane was often found in offside positions and hardly had an impact on the game.
On the other hand, Sterling has missed a lot in front of the goal. His performance against United was poor, he missed scoring a goal on more than one occasion.
With City struggling to find the mark, it is necessary for Kun Aguero to start. Sergio Aguero is the club's all-time top scorer with 178 goals.
What makes the Argentinian special is his consistency each year. With City's attack looking jaded, Aguero can bring in the much-needed energy on the attacking front. His physical style of play along with his finishing skills can help City defeat the Spurs.
All stats via transfermarkt
