Manchester City put on a dominant performance at home tonight, registering a 5-0 win over Huddersfield. The Blues were on top of their game with Phil Foden and the returning Kevin De Bruyne leading the charge from the front. City talisman Erling Haaland was also in attendance as he could be seen elatedly celebrating his team’s performance. However, with his celebrations going viral, fans did not miss the opportunity to poke fun at the player.
Haaland is currently recovering from a foot injury that has kept him out of action for the past few weeks. The striker is expected to make his return in the coming weeks. While fans are hoping that the player is available for the clash against Newcastle, Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is not looking to take any risks when it comes to his ace striker.
Fans have a laugh at Haaland’s expense following an over-the-top reaction
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Erling Haaland was in attendance for Manchester City’s latest FA Cup tie at home. The striker joined his fellow teammates in the stands as he could be seen jumping up and down on his seat celebrating his team’s dominant display. His actions caught the attention of fans who were amused at his over-the-top reaction.
A fan on X reacted to Haaland’s celebration stating, “Don’t strain your legs big guy.”
Don't strain your legs big guy🙏
— Irrefutable Citizen (@Seee_Hen) January 7, 2024
Another fan claimed the striker was pleased with the chances he would get after KDB’s return, “He is excited bcz he knows chances after chances are waiting for him to be scored.”
He is excited bcz he knows chances after chances are waiting for him to be scored
— Release Clause FC (@shoyab22) January 7, 2024
Another fan commuted on how elated the player looked stating, “Look how excited he is.”
Look how excited he is @ErlingHaaland 😎 pic.twitter.com/v8TCmT8dEy
— The Ginger Pele (@KingKev1710) January 7, 2024
One fan claimed the player is in love with the Belgian, adding, “Haaland really loves Kevin De Bruyne.”
Haaland really loves Kevin De Bruyne pic.twitter.com/zOx8Pj3bFG
— ¹⅔¡ (@jhonte_) January 7, 2024
Another fan had an interesting take, adding that the player could not wait to get on the field, “Bro want to be on so bad.”
Bro want to be on so bad
— 𝔾𝕠𝕝𝕕¹⁸ (@Goldco69) January 7, 2024
Erling Haaland is expected to make his return to the first team later this month. The player is currently out with an ankle injury after being taken off the field during the Aston Villa clash last month.
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Pep Guardiola provides an update on Erling Haaland
The Manchester City boss talked about his striker’s fitness during the team’s game before Huddersfield. Guardiola claimed that the striker is starting to feel better, and the player could be included in the team for the game against Newcastle. However, he does not want to take any risk considering the player’s importance.
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City fans will hope that the striker can completely recover from his injury and join the first team. The side has already been boosted by the arrival of Jeremy Doku and Kevin De Bruyne, with Haaland in the mix, the side will surely try to topple Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table in the coming weeks.
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