Erling Haaland Takes Responsibility for Manchester City’s Poor Form and Defends Pep Guardiola
Manchester City’s dismal run of form this season has seen both the team and star striker Erling Haaland struggle. The Norwegian has taken the blame for the champions’ woes, while standing firmly behind manager Pep Guardiola.
Key Points:
• Manchester City’s Struggles: Only one win in their last 12 games across all competitions.
• Haaland’s Dip in Form: After scoring 10 goals in the opening five Premier League matches, Haaland has only managed three since August.
• Backing Guardiola: Haaland defends Guardiola amid growing criticism, emphasizing his track record.
What Happened?
Following a 2-1 loss to Aston Villa, Haaland addressed City’s struggles in an interview with TNT Sports. The striker admitted his own poor performances have contributed to the team’s difficulties.
“First, I’m looking at myself. I haven’t been good enough; I haven’t been scoring my chances. Of course, our confidence is not the best right now, and that affects everyone. We just have to stay positive and work through it,” Haaland said.
The Bigger Picture
Despite the team’s poor results, Haaland expressed unwavering support for Guardiola, whose managerial credentials have been questioned during this slump.
“He’s won the Premier League six times in seven years. We can’t forget that. He will find the solutions like he always does, and we still believe in him. Now, we just need to work harder than ever,” Haaland added.
