Maresca was in charge of seven Premier League wins to start the campaign – a record! – but the Blues have now lost three on the spin to Aston Villa, Brighton and Nottingham Forest.
The manager spoke to City Studios on the full-time whistle at the City Ground and bemoaned the beginning of the game as the hosts got a foothold in proceedings thanks to goals from Jair Cunha and Liam Delap.
Rayan Cherki gave the visitors hope only for former Academy graduate Delap to score a decisive third with City chasing the equaliser.
Maresca spoke of his frustration at both the intensity of his team in those opening stages as well as losing some key duels during the 90 minutes.
But he also sounded a reflective note as he looks to take stock ahead our next game against Fulham a week on Saturday at the Etihad.
“We know well what we are doing well and we also know what we need to improve,” he said.
“We are going to use that to understand and try to avoid these kinds of things in the future.”
Watch the video interview above.
City v Fulham: Tickets on general sale
Don’t miss out on our Premier League clash against Fulham with tickets now on general sale.
The game between the Blues v the Cottagers takes place at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday 21 November with a 12:30 (UK) kick-off.
Enzo Maresca’s men had an unblemished record on home soil – four wins from four games - in the Premier League before the frustrating tight loss to Brighton last time out.
So the players will be eager to return to winning ways when Álvaro Arbeloa’s Londoners head to Manchester for this one.
Supporters can purchase up to four tickets – with three additional for Season Ticket Members!
Meanwhile, hospitality is available from just £130 in City Hall, housed within our new Pep Guardiola Stand.
But there’s a range of packages available to suit all needs, whether a special occasion for a loved one or for something professional for clients.
