Manchester City: Pep Guardiola Sees Lionel Messi in Erling Haaland
This Sunday, Erling Haaland once again scored twice against Bournemouth in the Premier League, impressing Pep Guardiola with his exceptional performance. The Manchester City striker delivered another powerful display in the 3-1 victory.
Guardiola's Praise Comparing Haaland to Messi
Pep Guardiola expressed amazement at Haaland's level, comparing him to the legendary Lionel Messi. The Spanish coach emphasized Haaland's influence on the pitch:
“With Erling, it’s like when you play with Messi or Ronaldo—he has that kind of influence. The difference is that Messi and Ronaldo have maintained this level for 15 years. I’ve often said how easy he is to coach and manage. Sometimes I’m tough on him, but he’s open-minded. He lives for goals, and sometimes the pressure is too intense to last the full 90 minutes, but that’s normal.”
Impressive Stats and Celebrations
- 26 goals total for club and country
- 13 Premier League goals in just 10 games
Alongside his achievements, Haaland debuted a new robot celebration, highlighting his growing personality on the field.
💙🇳🇴 “26 goals for club and country, 13 Premier League goals in 10 games……and new robot celebration for Erling Haaland, dropped today.” — Fabrizio Romano, November 2, 2025
Summary
Pep Guardiola views Erling Haaland as a rare talent with a Messi-like impact, highlighting his goal-scoring prowess and influence despite his young age.
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