Manchester City (Man City), the reigning Premier League champions, had their third consecutive tie in a tense match against Tottenham Hotspur on December 3, 2023. This game, hosted at the Etihad, ended with an exciting 3-3 scorecard, breaking Tottenham’s losing streak of three straight losses. The highlight of the match was Dejan Kulusevski’s impressive 90th-minute header securing an equaliser for Spurs.

Since Pep Guardiola’s tenure started in 2016, Man City has found Spurs to be a strong opponent, losing more games against them than against any other team. This competitive spirit was evident throughout the thrilling encounter.

Man City had the game’s advantage when Phil Foden broke through Tottenham’s defence. However, a shot from Giovani Lo Celso equalised the game with only 20 minutes left on the clock. Substitute Jack Grealish seemed to return the advantage back to City, but it was a fleeting moment of triumph.

The match star, Dejan Kulusevski, played a crucial role in the game, not only scoring the equalising goal but also assisting in other key plays. However, the tie has raised concerns about Man City’s defence that has recently developed a habit of conceding goals, balanced with their ability to create prolific scoring opportunities.