Samir Nasri admits Manchester City are blowing their title defence.

City are now seven points behind leaders Chelsea after their draw with Hull City.

"We have to wake up and do the job now before it's too late," said Nasri. "Chelsea, with no disrespect, are not Liverpool who can drop points. They are really solid.

"We have to catch them as soon as possible if we want to be champions. But at the same time we have to look behind us. Southampton have won, United are getting close.

"It will be tough at Stoke. It's not ideal on a Wednesday night during the winter, but we have to win it."