I’m Indifferent To That Individual, Erling Haaland Responds To A Former Manchester United Player.
Erling Haaland has aimed a dig at former Manchester United player Roy Keane following his remarkable performance in Manchester City’s 5-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League.
The 23-year-old, who recently returned from injury, showcased his prowess by scoring four goals, including a penalty and a powerful header.
Despite criticism from Wolves manager Gary O’Neil regarding the penalty decision, Haaland remained unfazed as he secured his hat-trick before halftime and added another goal shortly after the break.
Julian Alvarez sealed the victory with a late strike, maintaining City’s aspirations for the league title.
Haaland addresses Keane’s “League Two” remarks Despite Haaland’s impressive tally of 25 Premier League goals this season, surpassing his closest competitors by at least five goals, he has faced criticism from certain quarters regarding his overall performance.
Following Manchester City’s goalless draw with Arsenal earlier this year, Roy Keane, a Sky Sports pundit and former Manchester United midfielder, criticized Haaland, stating that his overall gameplay was “poor” and drawing a comparison to “a League Two player.”
Subsequently, Haaland has netted seven goals in his last six appearances for City across all competitions, including four in the recent match against Wolves. In response to Keane’s remarks, Haaland has now spoken out for the first time.
“I don’t pay much attention to that individual,” Haaland remarked to Viaplay. “It doesn’t bother me. Our focus remains on winning our matches, and now, it’s about relaxing tonight and gearing up for Fulham.”
Keane’s previous altercation with the Haaland family dates back to 2001 when he inflicted a severe injury on Alf-Inge Haaland with a reckless tackle during a Manchester derby, altering Alf-Inge’s career trajectory permanently.
Haaland determined to propel City towards another title Haaland joins an exclusive club in Premier League history, alongside Andrew Cole and Michael Owen, as one of only three players to achieve two first-half hat-tricks in the division. His recent treble against Wolves follows a memorable performance last season when he scored three goals in a 6-0 victory over Nottingham Forest.
In the 54th minute of the match against Wolves, the Norwegian added his fourth goal, a feat surpassed only by former City player Gabriel Jesus, now with Arsenal, who scored four times in 53 minutes against Watford in April 2022.
With an impressive record of 36 goals in 41 appearances for City across all competitions, including 25 goals in 28 Premier League games, Haaland is in pursuit of the Golden Boot and is determined to finish the season strongly as part of Pep Guardiola’s squad, who are striving to retain their title.
Reflecting on his performance, Haaland expressed his satisfaction: “It feels fantastic to score four goals and secure an important win.” He acknowledged the challenge posed by Wolves, emphasizing the team’s focus and determination: “It was a difficult game; Wolves can play football, so it was not easy. But we remained solid and were fully committed to our mission. Now, our attention turns to the next match.”
Manchester City, trailing league leaders Arsenal by just one point with a game in hand, will face Fulham in their upcoming Premier League fixture on May 11 at Craven Cottage. They will then conclude the campaign with away fixtures against Tottenham Hotspur and a home match against West Ham United.
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