Thursday 28th Oct.2021:Manchester City’s unbeaten run in the Carabao Cup ended Wednesday as they finally suffered a defeat in the hands of Westham United.
Pep Guardiola has howerver, accused West Ham United of defending heavily following Manchester City’s exit in the second round of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
West Ham Coacch, David Moyes, made eight changes to his side and played much of the match without a recognised striker in front of a sell out 60,000 crowd at the London Stadium.
On his part, Guardiola named a very strong starting line-up with only goalkeeper Ederson and his two first choice centre-backs rested over the 90 minutes.
West Ham made it four wins in 10 days, though, as they fired home a perfect five penalties to beat Man City 5-3 on spot kicks after regulation time ended goalless.
It ended City’s stronghold of the Carabao Cup which has seen them win it the last four years in a row.
As a result West Ham became the first side to beat City in the Cup competition since October 2016.
Despite West Ham’s win, Guardiola suggested the Hammers parked the bus.
“An incredible run has finished (but) we finished in a good way,” Guardiola told City website.
“We played in a really good way, creating chances against a team who defended deep.
“On penalties they were better. Congratulations to West Ham. Next year we will be back.”
