A Canonian start to the season and remarkable performance
Haaland's recent demonstration has confirmed the hopes placed in him. During the large victory of City (5-1) against Burnley at home, the Norwegian shone by offering himself a
doubled and a decisive pass SATURDAY. This exceptional performance is all the more significant since it occurs after a previous season when physical seeds had slowed down both its individual statistics and, by ricochet, the collective performance of Citizens. The Norwegian international, under the supervision of PEP Guardiolaseems to have found the fullness of its means and the clinical efficiency that characterize it.
The objective now clearly mentioned by observers is the Record of 140 goals Registered by Cristiano Ronaldo in the Champions League during his career, a feat that until then seemed out of reach.
The daring prediction of Ally Mccoist
The former Scottish international and respected commentator, Ally McCOistexpressed his astonishment in the face of the possibility that Haaland can dethrone Ronaldo. “The fact that we are talking about Erling Haaland who could break the record of Cristiano Ronaldo (in the Champions League) is mad. I would never have imagined that Ronaldo's record was broken, “he said.
However, he immediately tempered his disbelief by recognizing the extraordinary potential of the young attacker: “But it must be said that If he's not injuredhe could break this record and many others. Mccoist went further, imagining the thoughts of other great scorers. “I even say to myself, Alan Shearer, not only does he want Harry Kane to stay in Bayern Munich, but he also wants Erling Haaland to go to Barcelona or Real Madrid. I know Al, he's a great guy, and he'll see this record saying: 'Damn, someone will get him. Someone will get him. If he manages to keep fit. ' »Maintaining his physical condition is therefore identified as the only true variable that can brake this quest.
A more complete game and the team spirit greeted
Beyond the goals, McCoist wanted to underline theComplete game evolution Haaland, a sign of its constant progression. “I was really impressed by Haaland this season. Not just by his goals, but also by his full game “He said. If the expert recognizes that Haaland “will never be so Zinedine Zidane” in terms of dribbling or developed technical gestures, he has highlighted an unexpected and essential aspect of his contribution to the team.
“But where I really enjoyed it, surprisingly, it's when I look at him defend. He returned and obtained so many heads in his surface, a True team playerit's great to see. This defensive dedication and this ability to squeeze and return are qualities that cement its role within the collective of Pep Guardiola, demonstrating that it is much more than a simple finisher.
The ideal tactical scenario for Haaland
McCoist has also analyzed the tactical environment in which Haaland evolves, believing that the attitude of other Premier League teams could play in his favor. “I think they (Manchester City) had lost fear a little,” he said, referring to the drop in intimidation perceived after defeats. However, he sees in this situation an opportunity for Haaland.
“But if they lose fear, I think the other clubs may be showed more open and try to face themwhich will suit Haaland. In other words, if the opponents decide to project themselves further forward and no longer be content to defend low, this will create moreSpaces in the back of the defensean ideal playground for the Norwegian striker. His goal against Arsenal, describes as a “perfect example of a counterattack where he recovers the ball and continues his race”, perfectly illustrates how his speed and composure can be exploited when the teams venture to attack City. “I just think that the teams could let go more to City than in recent years, and I think that This will suit Haaland », Concludes McCiscist, seeing a perfect alignment between the style of game of City, the bravery (or the naivety) of the opponents and the qualities of his outstanding scorer.
