Erling Haaland has shared his thoughts following Manchester City’s surprising 2-1 loss to Bournemouth.
The Premier League champions were stunned at Vitality Stadium, a result that boosts Liverpool’s early-season title hopes.
This outcome has intensified the title race as City encountered a rare setback. Bournemouth started strong with an early goal from Antoine Semenyo, putting City under pressure from the outset.
In the second half, Evanilson extended Bournemouth’s lead, energizing the home crowd and complicating City’s attempts at a comeback.
City pressed on despite the challenge, with Josko Gvardiol scoring late in the game, offering a slim hope of recovery. However, Bournemouth held steady to secure a memorable win over the champions.
This defeat leaves City two points behind Brighton at the top of the league, which also benefits Liverpool’s title ambitions.
After the game, Haaland conveyed his frustration on Instagram, posting a picture with the caption: “Head down, back to work,” signaling his commitment to refocus.
Gvardiol, who scored City’s only goal, also posted on Instagram, sharing a moment with Tyler Adams and calling him “Brate,” Croatian for “brother.”
The two share a strong connection from their time at RB Leipzig, where they reached the Europa League semifinals and won the DFB-Pokal in the 2021/2022 season.
In his post-match comments, Pep Guardiola expressed his disappointment, noting City’s difficulty in matching Bournemouth’s intensity.
He admitted that the defeat underscores the intense competition in the Premier League, adding new challenges to the title race.
This loss serves as a reminder of the fierce competition at the top, showing that even a dominant team like Manchester City faces a tough road in the title race this season.
