Manchester City have been going through a rough patch this season while dealing with multiple injuries.
Man City dropped points, losing their lead in the Premier League table, and were eliminated from the Champions League in February. They were also knocked out of the EFL Cup Round of 16.
Following the defeats and eliminations, Man City head coach Pep Guardiola mentioned that he and his squad aim to claim the FA Cup title and ensure qualification in the Champions League next season.
Man City have missed several of their key players throughout the season, making it a tough job for Guardiola. However, despite all the drawbacks they have faced, Erling Haaland believes they lacked ‘hunger’ to make the ongoing campaign a success.
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Speaking in an exclusive interview with ESPN, Haaland acknowledged the hurdles that came Man City’s way this season but admitted that he and his squad have not ‘been good enough.’
“Of course, you can find excuses, injuries, many injuries at bad times, but in the end we haven’t been performing well enough. We haven’t had fully the hunger inside of us. I haven’t been good enough. I haven’t helped the team enough. In the end, we haven’t been good enough,” said the Norwegian star.
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Haaland, who is returning from an ankle injury himself, also shared his experience and recovery, announcing he is ready to return to the pitch.
“It was horrible to be injured, but what can you do? You have to recover as quickly as you can and to come back as fit as you can. Now I’m back with loads of energy. I’m feeling good and moving good and I’m ready.”
Man City are set to face Southampton on May 10 at St. Mary’s Stadium and will be hoping to bag a win to retain their place in the top five in the Premier League.
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