Erling Haaland Returns After Six-Week Injury Absence
Erling Haaland is back in Manchester City’s starting lineup after six weeks on the sidelines due to an ankle injury. The Norwegian striker is expected to be a key figure as Pep Guardiola’s team enters a crucial stretch to close out the season.
A Timely Comeback for Manchester City
Haaland suffered the injury in a match against Bournemouth in late March and missed seven games with the Sky Blues. Although he was on the bench during the recent 1–0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, he didn’t play a single minute. Now fully fit, he returns to the starting eleven for this weekend’s clash with Southampton.
His comeback comes at a decisive moment for City, who are fighting to secure a spot in next season’s Champions League, preparing for the FA Cup Final on May 17, and looking ahead to the FIFA Club World Cup, which kicks off on June 14.
Golden Boot Dream Still Alive?
Despite his time off the pitch, Haaland has scored 30 goals this season and remains among Europe’s top scorers. Catching Mohamed Salah in the Golden Boot race is a tall order—he would need at least seven more goals while hoping the Liverpool star doesn’t score again.
Still, Haaland’s return is a huge boost for Manchester City, bringing back their most dangerous finisher just when the team needs him most. With his power, movement, and clinical finishing, the Norwegian is set to make an immediate impact.
With three league matches to go and two major tournaments on the horizon, Haaland is back—and ready to make headlines. His return brings fresh hope to a club still chasing silverware in the final stretch of the campaign.
