Guardiola reacts angrily as Feyenoord sets unexpected record against Manchester City

Manchester City's crisis deepens as they threw away a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in the Champions League. This remarkable comeback by the Dutch side has set a new historical precedent in the competition.

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Pep Guardiola's side, already reeling from five consecutive defeats, looked to be turning things around with early goals from Erling Haaland and Ilkay Gündogan. However, a defensive lapse by Josko Gvardiol allowed Feyenoord to pull one back, and a stunning late comeback saw them equalize with goals from Anis Hadj Moussa and David Hancko.

As pointed out by renowned football statistician MisterChip (@2010MisterChip), this was the first time in Champions League history that a team has come back from three goals down in the final 20 minutes of a match to avoid defeat. This incredible feat by Feyenoord serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of football.

A night of high drama at the Etihad

The match was a tale of two halves. City dominated the first, creating numerous chances and converting three of them. However, Feyenoord refused to give up and their persistence paid off in the second half. The Dutch side's relentless pressing and attacking play caught City off guard, and they were punished for their defensive lapses.

Guardiola will be left to rue his side's inability to see out the game. A comfortable victory would have provided a much-needed boost to their confidence and morale. Instead, the draw leaves them facing a daunting task of turning their season around.

With a trip to league leaders Liverpool on the horizon, Guardiola's side are facing a crucial period. The Catalan manager will need to find a way to inspire his players and get them back to winning ways.

Key points from the match:

• Feyenoord completed a historic comeback from 3-0 down to draw 3-3 against Manchester City.
• This is the first time in Champions League history that a team has come back from three goals down in the final 20 minutes to avoid defeat.
• City's defensive lapses were exposed by Feyenoord's relentless attacking play.
• Guardiola's side face a crucial period with a trip to Liverpool on the horizon.