City frustrated by Saints

Manchester City’s run without a win stretched to five games in all competitions after Southampton held Pep Guardiola’s side to a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

City, who handed starts to Vincent Kompany and Sergio Aguero, were behind in the 27th minute after John Stones’ poor back pass gifted Nathan Redmond the opener.

Stones thought he’s redeemed himself moments later when bundling Kevin De Bruyne’s free-kick into the back of the net, but it was ruled out after Aguero was adjudged to be standing in an offside position from the ball into the box.

However, City were back on level terms after the break when substitute Kelechi Iheanacho, on at half-time for Kevin De Bruyne, swept home Leroy Sane’s cross from close range.

There was a renewed hope around the Etihad after the goal and City pushed hard for a winner right until the death, but Southampton held on for a superb point.

Following the midweek disappointment against Barcelona, Guardiola brought in the fit again Kompany for his first Premier League start of the season, while Aguero was also restored to the starting line-up as City looked to end a run of four games without a victory.

However, Guardiola’s side made a sluggish start in what was a subdued atmosphere.

Chances were few …

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