Micah Richards names Man City ‘vulnerability’ after Newcastle draw

Micah Richards has named Manchester City’s vulnerability as they drew 3-3 with Newcastle United at St James’ Park.

The reigning Premier League champions trailed 3-1 at St James’ Park on Sunday before mounting a concerted fightback to snatch a draw from a classic encounter.

It was a dream start for City after Ilkay Gundogan made it 1-0 after just five minutes – continuing his very impressive goalscoring record.

However, things quickly turned as Eddie Howe’s side went on to score three goals without reply as Guardiola’s team faced their first real test in the new season.

The Premier League champions then hit back with two goals in five minutes through Erling Haaland and Bernando Silva before United regrouped and saw out an impressive point.

Speaking to Sky Sports, he explained: “Man City, we always talk about their vulnerability from the counter. [Allan] Saint-Maximin on the counter-attack today was absolutely excellent.

“Sometimes it was sloppy from some of the players, little bit of playing within themselves. Come to St James’ Park and thought they could play their normal game.

“Massive gaps and Newcastle fully deserve something from this match today. Going forward, two goals down to come back [shows] fighting spirit and their character.

“But when you analyse the goals, they’ll be very disappointed.”

City’s draw means they finish the weekend second in the Premier League, two points behind Arsenal who still have a flawless record this campaign.