Shorn of Silva, City's air of invincibility fades

Soccer Football - Premier League - Chelsea v Manchester City - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - December 8, 2018 Manchester City's David Silva reacts Action Images via Reuters/John Sibley

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Last Christmas, Manchester City were able to relax in the comfort of a 13-point lead in the Premier League but, after two defeats in three games, the festive mood of Pep Guardiola's team will be tinged with a little anxiety this year.

City's aura of invincibility has gone and with it the feeling that a second straight title for the club was almost inevitable.