Erling Haaland Faces Injury Blow in Manchester City Victory
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has suffered a worrying ankle injury during the team’s 2-1 win over Bournemouth, casting doubt over his availability for the coming weeks.
The Norwegian was seen post-match wearing a protective boot and using crutches, signaling a potentially extended spell on the sidelines.
The injury occurred in the second half after Haaland landed awkwardly following a challenge from Lewis Cook.
Despite initially attempting to play on, he was eventually substituted for Omar Marmoush, who scored the decisive goal.
City has confirmed that Haaland will undergo further assessment with a specialist to evaluate the damage.
While there is hope he could return before the season concludes, his absence comes at a crucial time, with Champions League qualification still hanging in the balance.
The injury adds to City’s growing list of sidelined players, including Rodri, Nathan Ake, John Stones, and Manuel Akanji. Pep Guardiola now faces a tough task managing the squad through an intense fixture schedule.
In the meantime, Marmoush is expected to lead the line. The January signing has impressed so far, netting five goals in 11 outings.
With important matches ahead, including an FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest, City will be hoping for a swift recovery for their star forward.
