Manchester City boss says Haaland could be fit in time for Liverpool clash

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Manchester City boss says Haaland could be fit in time for Liverpool clash

Ayoola Kelechi • 06:42 - 01.04.2023

Haaland could be fit in time for the Liverpool fixture according to Guardiola

Manchester City’s head coach Pep Guardiola says that star forward Erling Haaland could be fit in time for the Cityzens’ Premier League clash with Liverpool after the striker reportedly “felt good”. 

Haaland a fitness doubt for Liverpool encounter

Haaland picked up a groin injury in the FA Cup demolition of Burnley, where he scored a hattrick, and has been out of commission since then, missing Norway’s EURO 2024 qualifiers during the international break. 

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Haaland’s participation in the crucial Premier League encounter against Liverpool has been in doubt due to his unresolved injury, but Guardiola believes that the Norwegian could be back in time for the game after speaking with him. 

Guardiola believes Haaland could be fit enough for Liverpool clash

Speaking ahead of the Liverpool clash, Guardiola mentioned that Haaland’s situation was being watched closely and the striker had not been ruled out for the Liverpool game contrary to reports. 

“I spoke to him and he feels good,” Guardiola stated before adding, “But we'll see what happens. 

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The Manchester City manager also noted that the importance of the fixture meant that they might have to risk playing Haaland even though he is not fully fit. 

“Life is risks in these stages and you have to take it [a decision],” he said, concluding that “the doctors, and especially the player, will decide” if Haaland eventually gets to play against Liverpool. 

Haaland has been in near-supernatural form for Liverpool, scoring 42 goals for Manchester City in all competitions, including 28 goals in 26 Premier League games. 

With the Cityzens chasing a third league title in a row, Haaland’s fitness in the final stages of the season could be crucial for their eventual success.

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