Erling Haaland and Manchester City seem to be on the upswing following the team's recent struggles under Pep Guardiola. Haaland's brace in a 4-1 victory over West Ham marked City's first consecutive Premier League wins since late October. The defending champions endured a rough patch, winning only once in nine league matches, causing them to slip out of the Champions League qualification spots.
Although City's 2-0 win against Leicester was unconvincing, their performance against West Ham showed promise, especially with Haaland's clinical finishing. The Norwegian striker netted a header and a delightful chip, showcasing his prowess in front of goal. Alongside an own goal and a strike from Phil Foden, Niclas Fullkrug pulled one back for West Ham as City maintained their sixth-place position.
