Manchester City secured a second-half comeback at Kenilworth Road to defeat Luton Town, putting an end to their four-match winless streak in the Premier League.
In danger of back-to-back league defeats for the first time since December 2019, Pep Guardiola’s side faced adversity as Elijah Adebayo gave Luton the lead in first-half stoppage time. Adebayo rose highest at the back post, heading in Andros Townsend’s cross.
Bernardo Silva turned the tide for the visitors, latching onto a loose ball in the penalty area and delivering an equalizer with a superb curling effort.
City swiftly completed the turnaround, taking only three minutes to do so, as Jack Grealish converted Julian Alvarez’s low cross.
Securing victory allows the champions to maintain their position in fourth, trailing leaders Liverpool by four points. Meanwhile, Luton, positioned third from the bottom, now find themselves four points away from safety, with Everton’s win over Chelsea affecting their standing in the league.
Manchester City Ends Winless Streak in Comeback Victory
Manchester City halted their winless streak in the Premier League with a spirited comeback against Luton Town at Kenilworth Road. The match marked City’s joint-longest run without a win under Pep Guardiola, but a second-half resurgence turned the tide in their favor.
Despite the return of key players Rodri and Grealish, City faced challenges as leading scorer Erling Haaland was sidelined due to a foot injury sustained in training. At half-time, City was at risk of falling seven points behind leaders Liverpool, but a remarkable turnaround in the second half showcased their resilience.
Before City’s decisive goals, Ruben Diaz’s thunderous shot rattled the bar, highlighting their attacking threat. Even without Haaland, City managed to control the game after taking the lead, securing their first league win since November 4.
Luton’s Setback: A Test of Resilience
Luton Town, facing last season’s top two in quick succession, displayed competitiveness by taking the lead against the defending champions. Elijah Adebayo’s goal reflected Luton’s progress up the football pyramid, but their second-half struggles resulted in another comeback defeat.
Beyond Adebayo’s contribution, Luton struggled to create significant chances, limiting their offensive impact. Despite promising performances, Luton has now lost three consecutive matches and won only one of their last 10, signaling a challenging period for the team.
The widening gap between the bottom three and the rest of the division became evident as Luton slipped further adrift in the relegation battle. The day’s results, including Everton’s win, intensified the need for Luton to secure crucial points and reverse their recent form to avoid a deeper relegation struggle.
