Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola always finds ways to constantly improve his team. This also includes the goal-scoring machine Erling Haaland. The drive to win remains the same even after a 3-2 comeback against RB Leipzig. Despite the win, the Spaniard did not hold back his criticism. He claimed that his team got away with being second best and the players wouldn’t put on such a display in a do-or-die game.
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These are high levels that the master tactician demands from the team every match of the season. This is also one of the significant boosts that Erling Haaland will receive in the Ballon d’Or race.
Pep Guardiola demands more from his Manchester City players!
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Manchester City made a comeback from 2-0 down to win 3-2 against RB Leipzig. This win also means that the club will finish at the top of their group for the seventh year in a row. Despite the achievement, Pep Guardiola was not at all happy with the overall performance. He said, “I am pretty sure today if we have to win the game to qualify, we would not play the way we play. Pep also accepted his team was fortunate not to concede more initially. He added.” Sometimes I have the feeling we’re so anxious. The first yellow card from Ruben isn’t necessary… You have to get better. We were lucky.”
He also took off Ruben Dias and brought on Nathan Ake for the second half. He immediately stabilized the defense after coming on. This shows the depth and talent of the Cityzens squad. Pep Guardiola continues to raise the stakes for the players every season. This is the reason, the players in his team like Erling Haaland can push for constant success. The Norwegian has been in top form after the international break. With his goal against RB Leipzig, the Norwegian striker broke another career record. Let’s dive deeper.
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Erling Haaland breaks multiple records during the match against RB Leipzig
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In the second half, Erling Haaland scored, making the scoresheet 2-1, which kickstarted a comeback for his team. However, this goal was more important as it helped him reach newer heights. He became the first player in the 2023 calendar year to score 50 goals. This was not the only record for the Manchester City striker. He became the fastest goalscorer in the Champions League to bang in 40 goals.
The ultimate target for Erling Haaland will be to repeat Manchester City’s treble glory. He also hopes to go the full distance this time and win his first-ever Ballon d’Or. There is no doubt that the 23-year-old can be more clinical than last season. However, a big part of this dream depends on his team hanging in there for the knockout rounds of the tournament.
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