Disturbing Erling Haaland Injury Update Might Upset Manchester City Days Before Liverpool Clash

Fitness and health often define the thin line between triumph and despair for star soccer players. Manchester City’s electrifying striker Erling Haaland, who has been a sensation for the Sky Blues since his arrival, now finds himself at the center of a storm. A recent unexpected injury update has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the Norwegian’s involvement in City’s upcoming Premier League clash against Liverpool.

As the fans hold their collective breath, the question that remains is: Can Erling Haaland recover in time to lead Manchester City against their Premier League rivals? Let’s delve deeper and find out about this latest setback for the Norwegian.

Erling Haaland suffers crucial setback

The heart of this story lies in the revelation that Erling Haaland might have suffered an ankle injury during his participation in a friendly match for Norway. As the international break is going on, Norway locked horns against the Faroe Islands in an exhibition match. Though the Norwegians clinched a 2-0 victory, it was Haaland’s knock in the dying minutes of the game, that has left fans shocked and worried.

Erling Haaland, initially benched for the game, entered the pitch after halftime, only to be struck down by an injury during the end of the match. As a result, the Man City star has been ruled out of Norway’s crucial EURO 2024 qualifier against Scotland. He is also reportedly being monitored, as his participation against Liverpool next Saturday also remains in contention.

Norway team doctor Ola Sand confirmed his injury after their friendly match. He revealed that Erling Haaland experienced a slight twist in his vulnerable ankle. It is the same ankle that has haunted him in the past. As the clock ticks down to the clash with Liverpool on Saturday, November 25, fans are left on the edge of their seats, anxiously awaiting updates on the star striker’s condition.

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Haaland lauds Manchester City’s performance this season

Manchester City looked unstoppable in their last season. With Erling Haaland leading the charge with his scintillating form, City went on to win the treble of Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup last term. However, despite Man City being behind as compared to last season, Haaland believes that City is performing even better than last season this term, and looks in much better shape.

“We’ve been doing really good. We’re top of the league and already through in the Champions League. It’s been a really good couple of months – better than last season to be honest. It’s been a good start,” the Norwegian star claimed.

Manchester City currently sits at the pinnacle of the Premier League table with 28 points in 12 games. They’re one point ahead of Liverpool and Arsenal, who are in second and third place, respectively. By the look of it, it seems a nail-biting title race, as all the contenders will need to be at their best to clinch the title. All eyes will be on Erling Haaland and Manchester City when they return to continue their Premier League journey once again.

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