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Manchester City Suffers Shocking 3-1 Loss to Bodo/Glimt

1/21/2026

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City's Humiliating Defeat

Manchester City lost 3-1 to Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League, one of the competition’s most humiliating defeats.
Kasper Høgh scored twice in the first half, followed by Jens Petter Hauge’s stunning goal.
City replied through Rayan Cherki, but Rodri earned two yellow cards in quick succession, ending the comeback.
Guardiola cited injuries, missing key players, and noted City remains winless in four Premier League matches ahead of facing Galatasaray.

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Guardiola's Haaland Dependence

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola relies heavily on Erling Haaland, who has one goal in seven games after 24 in the first 23 matches this season.
Haaland has played 2,480 minutes this season, underscoring his central role for City.
Injuries to Phil Foden and Omar Marmoush’s Africa Cup of Nations absence weaken City’s squad depth.
Guardiola recently signed Antoine Semenyo, but he is ineligible for upcoming Champions League matches.

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Historical Context

Manchester United's historic treble in 1999, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League, set a high bar in English football. In contrast, Manchester City, after years of decline, began their resurgence in 2008 following a takeover. Their recent struggles, including a 3-1 loss to Bodo/Glimt, highlight ongoing challenges as they aim to replicate past successes in domestic and European competitions.

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City's Humiliating Defeat

Manchester City lost 3-1 to Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League, one of the competition’s most humiliating defeats.
Kasper Høgh scored twice in the first half, followed by Jens Petter Hauge’s stunning goal.
City replied through Rayan Cherki, but Rodri earned two yellow cards in quick succession, ending the comeback.
Guardiola cited injuries, missing key players, and noted City remains winless in four Premier League matches ahead of facing Galatasaray.

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