Erling Haaland's Injury Blow: Manchester City Faces Seven-Week Challenge Without Star Striker
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Manchester City's star striker Erling Haaland is set to miss up to seven weeks due to an ankle injury sustained during an FA Cup match against Bournemouth. Manager Pep Guardiola confirmed the injury timeline, expressing hope that Haaland will recover in time for the Club World Cup. With nine Premier League games remaining, City are currently fifth and fighting to secure a Champions League spot. Guardiola emphasized the team's need to adapt without Haaland's unique skills and discussed the club's response to fan protests over ticket prices and partnerships.
Key Points
Erling Haaland will be sidelined for up to seven weeks due to an ankle injury.
The injury occurred during Manchester City's FA Cup quarter-final win against Bournemouth.
Pep Guardiola hopes Haaland will recover in time for the Club World Cup.
Manchester City are currently fifth in the Premier League, with nine games left to secure a Champions League spot.
Guardiola acknowledges the challenge of playing without Haaland, emphasizing the need for the team to adapt.
City fans are planning protests against the club's ticket prices and a recent partnership with a secondary ticket agency.
