Erling Haaland scored five times in a 6-2 win over Luton Town in the FA Cup fifth round to give Manchester City’s opponents a warning that he and his side are chasing them.
Haaland has been linked with the devastating impact of Kevin De Bruyne, who provided assists for his first four goals, and has said that after missing nearly two months through injury starting in early December Later, he was back to his best.
“I’m getting back to my best,” Haaland said. “I finally feel good. It’s an amazing feeling. It’s coming, we’re coming. The exciting moment is coming. We’re ready to attack.
“We have a plan here and everyone is following it perfectly. Kevin De Bruyne is big and physical. He is doing what he does best. It is a pleasure to play with him. We know what each other wants. , and it’s a great fit. He’s a smart player.”
Guardiola was asked if he ever felt sorry for opposing defenders; he replied. It was nights like that when Haaland was almost unavailable. “No, absolutely not,” the city manager responded. “I thought Luton’s centre-backs defended well but it wasn’t easy for them because of the space behind them.
“All I care about – well, don’t care – I’m thinking Erling hasn’t played in two months. He can’t walk, he can’t do anything, so when you lose two months and him When the rhythm of height…it’s not easy to recover. But he is improving every game. And Kevin.
“No performance is perfect. Luton had the courage to play. In this stadium, I know their results. But my players read the game perfectly.
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“The connection between Kevin and Erling is very good. Erling needs someone with vision, ability and generosity…Kevin is the less selfish player in front of goal and Kevin needs Erling’s movement. . ”
