Erling Haaland Accepts Blame for Manchester City’s Struggles After Aston Villa Loss”
Manchester City’s star striker Erling Haaland has shouldered the responsibility for the team’s recent slump following a 2-1 Premier League defeat to Aston Villa.
Haaland, who has been struggling for form, addressed fans after the match, stating: “I haven’t been good enough and I haven’t delivered for City this season. I need to step up and work harder. I just need to get better. It just isn’t good enough. I will do everything I can to improve.”
The Norwegian striker’s candid self-assessment comes as City grapples with a concerning run, losing nine of their last 12 matches across all competitions.
In the key moments, I’m failing to score – and in the crucial moments, we’re conceding goals. The margins are small, but that’s the reality. I’ll do everything I can to turn this around,” said Erling Haaland as he reflected on Manchester City’s ongoing struggles.
The Norwegian striker admitted that the team’s dismal run, with just one win in their last 12 matches, is weighing heavily on the squad. Haaland’s determination to bounce back highlights the urgency within the team to reverse their fortunes.
Erling Haaland acknowledged the impact of Manchester City’s recent struggles on the team’s morale, saying, “We know how important confidence is, and it’s clear it affects everyone. Right now, our confidence levels aren’t at their best.”
Despite this, Haaland emphasized the importance of perseverance, adding, “We have to keep going, keep believing, and continue working hard.”
The Norwegian striker expressed unwavering faith in manager Pep Guardiola, stating, “He’s won the Premier League six times in seven years, and we’ll never forget that. He always finds solutions, and he’s done so every single season. We still believe in him.
Erling Haaland reflected on Manchester City’s struggles, admitting the team’s confidence has taken a hit during their rough patch. “Confidence is crucial, and it’s clear it affects everyone. Right now, our confidence levels aren’t where they need to be,” he shared.
Despite this, the Norwegian striker encouraged resilience: “We have to keep going, believe in ourselves, and work harder to turn things around.”
Haaland expressed strong faith in Pep Guardiola’s ability to lead the team out of their slump. “He’s won the Premier League six times in seven years, and we’ll never forget that. He always finds solutions, and we still believe in him,” he said.
Guardiola, speaking after the loss to Aston Villa, struck a similarly optimistic tone, stating: “We have to think positive, and I have incredible trust in the guys. Some of them have incredible pride and desire. We’ll find a way, step by step, to get back on track.”
The manager acknowledged the team’s challenges, including injuries: “We have just one central defender fit, and that makes it difficult. It’s not just one reason—we concede goals we didn’t in the past, and we’re not scoring like we used to. Football is about many small factors.
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