Last updated on February 23, 2025
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Pep Guardiola has eased concerns over Haaland’s injury.
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Manchester City’s preparations for their Champions League showdown with Real Madrid have been overshadowed by injury concerns for Erling Haaland.
The Norwegian striker limped off late in City’s dominant 4-0 win over Newcastle United, leaving fans and staff anxiously awaiting updates on his condition.
Haaland Injury Sparks Concern
Haaland appeared to tweak his knee in the closing stages of the match and was immediately withdrawn in the 88th minute.
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Despite the scare, the striker looked relatively comfortable post-match, applauding fans and engaging with City’s staff—offering some reassurance that the injury may not be too serious.
City will be desperate for their talisman to be fit as they prepare to overturn a 3-2 first-leg deficit against Real Madrid.
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has allayed fears of an injury scare to top scorer Erling Haaland ahead of next week’s Champions League trip to Real Madrid pic.twitter.com/3G9kQ5d6hA
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Haaland has been a key figure in their European campaign, and his presence will be crucial against a strengthened Madrid defense.
Madrid’s Defensive Reinforcements
While City await an update on Haaland, Real Madrid have received a boost ahead of the clash.
Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba, and Lucas Vázquez are all set to return to action, reinforcing Madrid’s backline.
Pep Guardiola will hope to counter that by fielding his strongest possible lineup.
City’s Comeback Hopes
With the stakes high, Guardiola will need all of his attacking firepower available to mount a comeback.
January signing Omar Marmoush, who netted a hat-trick against Newcastle, could play a vital role if Haaland is not fully fit.
