Pep Guardiola Issues ‘Hopeful’ Erling Haaland Update During Liverpool Press Conference

The international break in soccer has turned out to be quite stressful for Erling Haaland. The Norwegian star has been an important player both for the club and country. But with talks of injuries and not playing an entire 90 minutes in a couple of matches, his availability was in doubt. However, Manchester City’s coach is positive about him playing the all-important game against Liverpool.

The Reds are in tremendous form this season. The high-intensity clash between the two teams needs the best of both squads. With Mohamed Salah in great form, City fans will be curious about their star’s presence at the game.

Pep Guardiola’s important update about Erling Haaland

The player had concerns about a small injury to the ankle since the last league fixture. But much to the relief of the fans, coach Pep Guardiola confirmed that the player has trained with a niggle but is hopeful that he will be a part of the final session before the game. The Manchester City forward was taken off at halftime against Bournemouth in the club’s last Premier League fixture.

Haaland went into the international break with discomfort in his ankle. The star, however, played the last UEFA Champions League match against Young Boys and scored two goals. However, doubts started to creep in after the commencement of the international break.

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The striker did not play the first half against the Faroe Islands in the friendlies, leading to various speculations. However, the Norwegian coach denied any such talks, claiming the insignificance of the fixture. The star, however, faced an issue with his ankle again in the same game, keeping him away for the final fixture against Scotland. But the city coach is hopeful despite the current situation of the player, who seems to be training with the team. This is wonderful news for the treble winning coach as he’ll need his talisman for what is sure to be a pivotal clash in their campaign.

Battle for the top of the table

The two teams, Liverpool and City, are placed one and two on the Premier League charts. The Reds have given City some tough moments in the past, including the 2019–2020 season when they won the league. Haaland, after joining City, scored just once against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup game last season. He has been kept quiet in both league games and in the Community Shield.

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However, on the other hand, Mohamed Salah will try to repeat his mojo against the current champions. The talisman has scored 11 goals against the club in just 18 games. Already losing two games this season, the treble winners will not take the game lightly by any chance. The winner will go top of the table in what should be a blockbuster affair.