E. Haaland: "Wednesday's match will be just as important"

2026-04-20 17:54 © AFP

"Manchester City” club forward Erling Haaland after the victory with a score of 2:1 against London’s "Arsenal” told the sports publication "Sky Sports” that the upcoming match against "Burnley” will be like a final:

"On Wednesday we will play a final. The match against "Burnley” is just as important as the clash against the "Gunners.”

We need to stay focused and remain humble.”

The Norwegian scored his team’s second goal in this match.

Head coach Pep Guardiola also hinted that the upcoming match is crucial and we need to stay concentrated.

25-year-old Erling Haaland has scored 34 goals in 46 matches this season.

"Manchester City” is in second place in the English Championship with 67 points.

They are trailing the "Arsenal” team by three points and the "Cityzens” have a game in hand.