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ERLING HAALAND showcased his abilities with a brief note to a rival goalkeeper after netting FIVE goals against him.
The Manchester City star struck five times and provided two assists in an impressive 11-1 triumph for Norway over Moldova on Tuesday.
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Despite the overwhelming scoreline, Moldova’s goalkeeper Cristian Avram shared a supportive four-word message from Haaland.
Post-match, Avram recalled: “I spoke to Erling.
He said, ‘It’s not my fault,’ explaining that he needed to keep scoring for the sake of goal difference. I can see his perspective.
“It’s part of the game. He was determined to keep pushing.”
This dominant win has put Norway firmly in control of Group I as they aim for a place in the 2026 World Cup.
With a perfect record of five wins from five matches, they are, however, keeping an eye on Italy and Israel, who have nine points—though the Euro 2020 champions have a match in hand.
For Haaland, 25, this was an excellent lead-up to Sunday’s Manchester Derby, increasing his tally for Norway to 48 goals in 45 appearances.
This serves as a formidable warning for any goalkeeper facing him at the Etihad.
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Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim could choose to debut the £18 million deadline day signing Senne Lammens, or stick with Altay Byaindir, who has yet to achieve a clean sheet in three Premier League matches.
Haaland boasts an impressive record against the Red Devils, scoring five goals in eight matches, though he hasn’t found the net in his last four encounters with United.
Erling Haaland rides a banana boat on an Ibiza holiday as the Man City star enjoys his pre-season break
City manager Pep Guardiola will be hoping Haaland’s international scoring streak continues in the league, helping City to regain the edge over their city rivals.
The Cityzens currently sit 13th in the standings with one win and two losses, placing them one point behind United, who have recorded a loss, a draw, and a win so far.
However, changes may also be on the horizon for City following their own deadline day acquisition of £26 million Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The 26-year-old had a challenging outing during Italy’s match against Israel in the break but will be vying with James Trafford for the No. 1 spot under Guardiola.
