Manchester City ended their seven-game winless streak with a commanding 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday. Goals from Bernardo Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jeremy Doku secured a morale-boosting win, but Pep Guardiola remains cautious as injury concerns mount
Guardiola admitted the victory was crucial to restoring confidence after a six-defeat slump, the worst run of his managerial career.
Kevin De Bruyne’s return to the starting XI for the first time in three months provided City with a much-needed creative spark. The Belgian assisted Silva’s opener before scoring the second himself in a stellar 75-minute display.
Despite the victory, City’s injury troubles deepened as defenders Nathan Ake and Manuel Akanji were forced off. Both are doubtful for Saturday’s clash against Crystal Palace.
Ballon d’Or winner Rodri remains sidelined for the season, while Phil Foden is expected to return after missing the Forest game due to bronchitis.
The reigning champions, sitting third in the Premier League, will look to build on this win as they face a crucial December run-in. However, Guardiola emphasised that the road ahead is challenging.
City fans will hope the victory marks a turning point in their season.
