Erling Haaland
MCINorway
Left
Jul 21, 2000
25
6'5"
194 lb
CF
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Poacher
Man CityFA Cup hat trick
Haaland scored three goals on three shots in Saturday's 4-0 win over Liverpool.
Analysis: Haaland would see a great run of play Saturday as he propelled his team to the FA Cup semifinals. He would start with a goal in the 39th minute before converting a penalty in extra time of the first half, finally adding one more in the 57th minute for a hat trick. This is now his second straight match with a goal. These were his first FA Cup goals of the season in two appearances, hoping to continue the success in league play.
Substituted for rest, not injured
Haaland (undisclosed) is not dealing with an injury and was only subbed off to rest for Sunday's Carabao Cup Final against Arsenal, according to manager Pep Guardiola, per Alex Young of The Standard. "Erling has no injury. He will be available against Arsenal in the Cup final."
Analysis: Haaland was feared to be injured Tuesday in their crashout of the UCL round of 16, appearing to be limping as he left the field. However, it has now been deemed fatigue, with the forward taken off to rest and prepare for the weekend. This is massive news for the club as they try to win a trophy this season, just after losing out on any chance of UCL glory this season. He should then see the start as they attempt to take down a Premier League rival, as the Norwegian remains one of the top goal scorers in the world despite his recent slump.
Scores, limps off Tuesday
Haaland scored one goal but left the field with discomfort during the second half of Tuesday's UEFA Champions League meeting with Real Madrid.
Analysis: Haaland was very active with seven shots, including a left-footed finish that resulted in his team's only goal of the game. However, he appeared to be limping off when he was replaced by Omar Marmoush before the 60-minute mark in the midweek clash. The extent of Haaland's issue is still unknown, making his status uncertain for the next matchup versus Crystal Palace. He would be a near-guaranteed starter and a top attacking threat if fit, but otherwise his place would be taken by either Marmoush or Antoine Semenyo.
Useless against Real Madrid
Haaland recorded no stats in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat to Real Madrid.
Analysis: Haaland would have a horrible day against Real Madrid as he once again was held in check by the club, not seeing a single shot or stat in the loss. This easily marks his worst match of the season, as he will need to have an outstanding day in the reverse tie, remaining with seven goals in nine UCL appearances this season.
Two shots in return
Haaland had two shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Haaland made his way back to the field Thursday and saw some work, but not enough for a goal, with both shots off target. He would come near the net with the ball a few times as play closed out, but was managed well, helpless to try diving instead of actually committing to the ball. He is still a top player and easily the best bet for a goal in the league, remaining with 22 in 28 appearances this season.
Starting Wednesday
Haaland (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Haaland is back in the team sheet after he rejoined team training Tuesday, starting immediately as expected after the injury. He will look to get back on the scoresheet after he missed out last start, notching 22 goals and seven assists in 27 appearances this campaign.
Trains Tuesday
Haaland (undisclosed) was pictured in Tuesday's training session as he remains a late call for Wednesday's meeting with Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Haaland appears to be getting close to full health after missing the previous Premier League game against Leeds. The forward has returned to practice, but it remains to be seen if the midweek fixture will be too soon for him to start. Both Omar Marmoush and Antoine Semenyo have featured in a front two in Haaland's absence, but there's also a chance that midfielder Rayan Cherki will lose playing time once the star striker is ready to play. Haaland was in solid form prior to the injury, recording two goals and two assists over his last three games played.
Late call against Forest
Haaland (undisclosed) is feeling much better and will be a late call for Wednesday's clash against Nottingham Forest, according to coach Pep Guardiola. "He [Erling Haaland] feels much better but we didn't train yesterday. Now we have training and will decide today."
Analysis: Haaland was sidelined for the clash against Leeds United due to undisclosed issues, but the striker is feeling significantly better and is trending toward a late decision for Wednesday's showdown with Nottingham Forest. The superstar will be evaluated after the final training session to determine whether he is fit enough to be included in the matchday squad. If he is forced to miss additional time to fully recover, Omar Marmoush is lined up to step in and handle the role until Haaland is cleared to return.
Uncertain heading into Wednesday
Haaland is still uncertain with his undisclosed injury heading into Wednesday's match against Nottingham Forest, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "No. It's not his knee. I don't have an answer right now. So, he was not ready for today, but we have four days before Nottingham Forest."
Analysis: Haaland is going to remain questionable for any games moving forward, with not much information given on his return. He will have a few days to recover before they face Nottingham midweek, then facing Newcaslte on Saturday and Real Madrid on March 11, a quick spell of matches for the club. They will ideally focus on having him ready for the match against Real Madrid, probably working him back slowly until that contest, not wanting to push their star striker back into action too early and risk further injury, something that could derail the season. If he continues on the sidelines for another match, Omar Marmoush is the likely starter at forward in his place.
Ruled out Saturday
Haaland (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leeds United.
Analysis: Haaland is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leeds United due to a minor injury sustained in training. The Norwegian striker is an undisputed starter when fit, and his absence is a massive blow for his side, having tallied 22 goals and seven assists in 27 Premier League appearances this season. He is replaced up front by Omar Marmoush.
Notches assist
Haaland assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Newcastle United.
Analysis: Haaland would earn a goal contribution Saturday, but not his typical goal, instead finding Nico O'Reilly for an assist. This is a fifth straight outing with a goal contribution for the forward, with three goals and three assists during that span. The Norwegian continues to produce at a mad level, now with 22 goals and seven assists this season, having more goal contributions than appearances (27).
Fine to face Newcastle
Haaland (knee) is expected to be fine for Saturday's clash against Newcastle United, according to coach Pep Guardiola, who nodded when asked about the striker's availability in Friday's press conference.
Analysis: Haaland sat out the FA Cup matchup against Salford City FC after not being fully fit, but all signs point to the superstar striker being back at full fitness for Saturday's showdown with the Magpies, especially after coach Pep Guardiola gave a telling nod when asked about his availability. That is a major boost for the Citizens, as Haaland is a locked-in starter up top and the focal point of their attack. With the title race heating up, having their number nine at full throttle could make all the difference.
Training Wednesday
Haaland (knee) has taken part in training sessions prior to Saturday's meeting with Newcastle.
Analysis: Haaland could aim to regain his usual spot up front after missing the FA Cup matchup versus Salford City last weekend. The striker should be one of the top scoring threats in the league as soon as he's able to resume a major role, having produced three goals and two assists over his last four starts. On the other hand, Omar Marmoush will likely head back to the bench when Haaland returns to action.
Not available Saturday
Haaland (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's FA Cup clash against Salford City FC.
Analysis: Haaland is ruled out for Saturday's FA Cup showdown against Salford City FC after being pulled at halftime in the last clash against Fulham due to discomfort. Although the issue is not considered serious, he is not fully sharp and the staff chooses not to take any risks. Omar Marmoush is set to handle the attacking responsibilities in his absence.
Not fully fit
Haaland (undisclosed) is not fully fit and will be a late call for Saturday's FA Cup clash against Salford City FC, coach Pep Guardiola said in the press conference. "He's not 100 per cent but we'll see today how he feels. It's not a big issue, the doctor said to me. But had some disturbance before and during the game and we will see his evolution."
Analysis: Haaland was pulled at halftime in the last clash against Fulham after feeling some discomfort and is not fully sharp right now, even if the issue is not considered serious. He is trending toward a late call for Saturday's FA Cup showdown against Salford City FC and the staff is unlikely to push him given the difficulty of the matchup. Omar Marmoush is in line to shoulder a heavier load up top for the Citizens until Haaland is cleared to return.
Scores, subs off with discomfort in win
Haaland scored one goal before leaving at half time during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Fulham, with coach Pep Guardiola commenting "He didn't feel comfortable. The reason why? [He hasplayed] many games. I didn't speak with the doctors, I don't know exactly what he has. Fatigue. He said I don't feel comfortable and at 3-0".
Analysis: Haaland would be a major loss for his team if he's dealing with a blow, but he may have some time to recover ahead of the upcoming league game versus Newcastle on Feb. 21 while being rested in next weekend's cup clash with Salford City. The star striker scored via left-footed shot from outside the box Wednesday, raising his tally to 29 goals over 35 appearances in all competitions this season. Omar Marmoush should feature as the direct replacement option if Haaland is forced to miss any game.
Leads comeback win Sunday
Haaland scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.
Analysis: With his side down 1-0 with just 15 minutes remaining in the match, Haaland put the team on his back down the stretch. His assisted Bernardo Silva's equalizer with a headed pass in the 84th minute, then scored the match-winning goal in the 93rd minute on a penalty he snuck past Alisson. He created three chances in his second straight match and also put three shots on target for the first time since Jan. 7. The star striker now has 21 goals and six assists through 25 appearances this season, and he'll look to add to those totals Wednesday versus Fulham.
Assists in Sunday's draw
Haaland assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and four chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Tottenham Hotspur.
Analysis: Haaland set up Rayan Cherki's opening goal in the 11th minute Sunday, his fifth assist of the season. He created a season-high four chances in the draw but failed to put a shot on target in his third consecutive Premier League appearance. It's been an unusually quiet run of form for the star striker as he only has two goal contributions (one goal and one assist) across his last seven appearances after recording 23 goal contributions across the first 17 matches of the season. He'll look to get back on track Sunday at Liverpool, a side he scored on earlier this season.
Ends goal drought
Haaland scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Galatasaray.
Analysis: Haaland would put an end to his goal drought Wednesday after four straight appearances with a goal, scoring in the 11th minute to give his club an early lead. This marks the forward's seventh goal in UCL play this season, one goal off of having one per match this campaign. With 27 goals in 31 appearances between UCL and league play this season, he could look to top the 48 he earned in 46 appearances during the 2022/23 campaign, although he will have to see a good run of form.
Plays off bench in win
Haaland played 17 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 2-0 win against Wolverhampton.
Analysis: Haaland had failed to score in three straight starts before being rested Saturday against Wolves with Omar Marmoush coming into the XI. Pep Guardiola had recently suggested that Haaland was "exhausted" so it's not surprising he got a bit of rest. However, it's expected Haaland will return to the XI for the Galatasaray match and then the following trip to Tottenham on Sunday. He doesn't have a shot on goal in his last 187 minutes played.
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