Manchester City’s star striker, Erling Haaland, suffered a concerning injury during their 2-1 victory over Bournemouth on Sunday, leaving the team uncertain about the severity of the issue.
The 24-year-old was forced to exit in the 61st minute after a challenge from Lewis Cook caused him to twist his ankle and collide with the advertising boards, raising fears about the extent of the damage.
The incident occurred as Haaland attempted to regain possession from Cook, but the Bournemouth midfielder’s tackle sent him crashing to the ground.
His ankle appeared to buckle under the impact, and he clutched his leg in pain, fueling worries over the potential consequences.
Although he initially tried to continue playing, Haaland was eventually substituted for Omar Marmoush, who made an immediate impact by scoring with his first touch. The Egyptian winger’s goal secured City’s place in the FA Cup semi-finals, keeping their trophy ambitions alive.
However, the victory was overshadowed by concerns about Haaland’s injury, which has cast doubt over Manchester City’s campaign.
The striker was later seen wearing a protective boot and using crutches, though it remains unclear whether this was merely a precaution or a sign of a more serious issue that could sideline him for a prolonged period.
Haaland’s frustration had already been evident earlier in the match, as he missed a first-half penalty and squandered multiple scoring chances.
His injury only added to the uncertainty, with manager Pep Guardiola admitting that the full extent of the damage is still unknown.
“I don’t know yet, we will have to see,” Guardiola told ITV in his post-match interview, his cautious response highlighting the unpredictability of injuries and their potential impact on City’s season.
Haaland has been instrumental for Manchester City this season, delivering an extraordinary goal-scoring run and cementing his reputation as one of the most formidable forwards in the world.
His absence would be a major setback for City’s silverware ambitions, leaving Guardiola and the team anxiously awaiting further medical updates.
