Haaland was back in goal on Sunday as Manchester City returned to winning ways with a 2-0 win over Leicester in the Premier League. The Norway international scored his 14th Premier League goal of the season, and his first since netting in the 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace in early December, as Pep Guardiola’s side ended a streak of five games without a win.
Haaland was criticized during his recent goal drought, but Guardiola came to his defense after the match. The City boss also revealed that it has been an emotional few days for Haaland as he recently became a father, with his partner Isabel Haugseng Johansen giving birth to the couple’s first child. Haaland had already revealed in October that he and his partner were expecting a child.
Pep’s secret
“ Sometimes Erling was misjudged, but that’s part of football.”he told reporters.
“He’s tired, he’s played a lot of minutes. He became a father for the first time in the last few days, lots of emotions and an exciting few days for him. »
Haaland may have to get used to a few sleepless nights as he settles into life with a new baby, but much will still be expected of the striker. City will hope Sunday’s victory marks the end of their recent dismal form as they head towards 2025 and a first Premier League match of the new year against West Ham.
