A Bizarre Injury, but No Stopping Him

The Norwegian opened the chat with a smile, recalling his latest incident: “I got off the bus and the door tried to take me out!” Despite the stitches and blood, it didn’t slow him down. He responded on the pitch with five goals and two assists for Norway, proving nothing stops his instincts.

The Dream of a World Cup with Norway

Haaland also shared his biggest international ambition: “I’ve been working for six years to help Norway qualify for the World Cup. That’s my big goal, and I’ll do everything I can to make it happen.”

Records and Relentless Demands

Before the international break, the Manchester City striker hit 88 goals in his first 100 Premier League games, surpassing legends like Agüero, Shearer, and Henry. Still, he downplayed it: “I didn’t celebrate because we lost. I can’t be happy when we don’t win.”

Acknowledging the pressure at the club, he was firm: “We’re paid to win trophies. We have to be better than last season, more stable, and perform better as a team and as individuals.”

Pressure and Adaptation

Haaland admitted new signings need time to adapt, but reminded them of the reality: “At City, you’re bought to perform straight away. There’s pressure, and you have to deliver.” He also embraced his leadership role: “It’s my fourth season, I’ve got experience, and I try to help younger players settle in. When you feel good, you play good.”

The Derby, Always Special

Looking ahead to the Manchester Derby, Haaland was clear: “The Derby is always special. I know how much it means because I’m a fan too. I can’t wait for it.” And with a grin, he sealed his prediction: “Will Manchester be red or blue on Sunday night? Blue, of course.”