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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson

Erling Haaland should not put pressure on himself to score, says Guardiola

Erling Haaland with his fists in the air after the final whistle on Sunday
Erling Haaland has scored 28 goals in 36 appearances in all competitions for City so far this season. Photograph: Robbie Jay Barratt/AMA/Getty Images

Pep Guardiola has insisted Erling Haaland should not put too much pressure on himself to constantly score for Manchester City.

Haaland’s stoppage-time penalty against Liverpool on Sunday not only sealed a 2-1 victory for City but was also only his third goal in 10 appearances, with only one of these from open play. Afterwards, Haaland stated he must improve his output and refused to blame fatigue for his form. Guardiola, though, has praised the contribution of the 25-year-old, who has 28 goals in 36 appearances in all competitions for the club this season.

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