Erling Haaland praises Pep Guardiola. Erling Haaland, a striker for Manchester City, gushed about manager Pep Guardiola, describing him as the best in the world. As the second English team to accomplish the feat after Manchester United, the Spaniard guided the Cityzens to a historic European treble.
Haaland had a tremendous first season at City, scoring 52 goals in all competitions. With 36 goals, he was also the leading scorer in the Premier League this year.
After City’s victory against Inter in the Champions League final, Haaland spoke with the media and discussed his time working with Guardiola and their friendship.
According to Haaland (via The National News): “You all know that it’s a big game, and the pressure is high. Working with Pep is unique. He has greatly aided me, and we get along well. I anticipate growing even more in the future. I still have a lot of years left because I’m young. It’s a good place to be to receive daily training from the top instructor in the world.”
Haaland was unable to score in the championship game, but Rodri’s goal in the second half was enough to defeat Inter for City.
In his first season, Erling Haaland leads Manchester City to its first-ever UCL championship:
Haaland was essential to Manchester City’s treble run after leaving Borussia Dortmund for a cost of €60 million during the summer 2022 transfer window. He also discussed how it felt to lead City to their first-ever Champions League championship after the Inter victories.
Haaland said: “Unbelievable. To be honest, as a 22-year-old, I would never have imagined this in my wildest fantasies. However, it demonstrates that a man from a small village in Norway may succeed. This, in my opinion, serves as inspiration for other young people in my circumstance who are playing football at my hometown’s indoor arena.
After defeating Manchester United in the FA Cup final, the Cityzens easily won the Premier League. The historic treble was accomplished for them with the UCL triumph.
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