Manchester City‘s prolific striker Erling Haaland will be out of action for up to seven weeks after suffering an ankle injury, according to manager Pep Guardiola. Haaland was forced off in Sunday’s 2-1 FA Cup quarterfinal win at Bournemouth after scoring his 30th goal of the season.
Guardiola provided an update on Haaland’s injury, stating, “The doctors told me between five and seven weeks. So hopefully for the end of season and FIFA Club World Cup he will be ready”. This timeline would rule Haaland out of most of the remaining Premier League campaign, with City having nine games left in the season.
City have been hit hard by injuries this season, with Ballon d’Or winner Rodri out for the bulk of the season. Guardiola acknowledged that Haaland’s absence would be felt, but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to adapt. “We need players with other qualities and we have to bring more players close to the box”.
Haaland’s injury is a significant blow to City’s chances of securing a spot in the Champions League next season. However, Guardiola played down the challenge, saying, “We had in the past much tougher than this one… We have nine games left and we know what we have to do”.
City’s final Premier League game is at Fulham on May 25, while their first match in the Club World Cup in the United States takes place on June 18. With Haaland’s injury, City will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by their star striker.
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Manchester City’s injury woes have been a major concern for Guardiola this season. The team has struggled to maintain consistency, and Haaland’s injury is a significant blow to their chances of securing a top-four finish in the Premier League.
Despite the setback, Guardiola remains optimistic about City’s prospects. He believes that his team has the depth and quality to overcome Haaland’s absence and secure a Champions League spot. “We have a good squad, and we have to adapt to the situation,” Guardiola said.
City’s players will need to step up and fill the void left by Haaland’s injury. The team’s attacking options, including Julian Alvarez and Phil Foden, will be crucial in City’s quest for a top-four finish. Guardiola will also be looking to his midfielders, such as Kevin De Bruyne and Bern.
Manchester City’s injury woes have been a major concern for Guardiola this season. The team has struggled to maintain consistency, and Haaland’s injury is a significant blow to their chances of securing a top-four finish in the Premier League.
Despite the setback, Guardiola remains optimistic about City’s prospects. He believes that his team has the depth and quality to overcome Haaland’s absence and secure a Champions League spot. “We have a good squad, and we have to adapt to the situation,” Guardiola said.
City’s players will need to step up and fill the void left by Haaland’s injury. The team’s attacking options, including Julian Alvarez and Phil Foden, will be crucial in City’s quest for a top-four finish. Guardiola will also be looking to his midfielders, such as Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva, to provide creative spark and drive the team forward.
With nine games left in the season, City’s fate is still in their own hands. While Haaland’s injury is a significant blow, the team has the quality and depth to overcome it. Guardiola’s men will be looking to bounce back from this setback and secure a Champions League spot for next season.