PEP GUARDIOLA REACTS TO ERLING HAALAND MAGIC AS CITY BLANK EVERTON
Pep Guardiola demanded more goals from his other attackers after Erling Haaland's brace beat Everton. The Man City boss warned the team cannot rely solely on Haaland, challenging his wingers and midfielders to step up.
Erling Haaland - Photo Credit: Getty Images
Pep Guardiola had a fiery temper. Erling Haaland of Manchester City, after the Norwegian scored two goals against Everton on Saturday, marked his comeback to the Premier League.
Naturally, he responded by praising Haaland, who has scored 11 goals in eight Premier League games. However, in the midst of jokes about Haaland failing to score five goals against the Toffees, Guardiola chastised his fellow attackers for their poor finishing abilities.
In his quest to become the fastest Premier League player to 100 goals, Haaland added two more goals to his hat trick while playing for Norway against Israel this week.
On Saturday, Man City and their star striker struggled a little before scoring fast goals at the hour mark, and he scored with his head and left foot.
After City got back from the break and settled in before two difficult away games in the Champions League—against Aston Villa on Sunday, October 26, and Villarreal on Tuesday—Guardiola had a lot to say.
Erling Haaland remains hot, Manchester City blanks Everton, and Pep Guardiola's response
What do you think of the game? "We lacked enthusiasm and were not there with the second balls for the first 15 to 20 minutes following the international break. We had opportunities, so it was wonderful. We accept that the energy was there and that people were coming from the bench, which was a really good thing. It is preferable to get better at winning games.
What made dismantling Everton difficult? "That group is excellent. See where they are at the table. With Tarkowski's experience and the long balls, Ndiaye, Dewsbury-Hall, and Beto are quite powerful. We knew that was a strong team. In the first part, our procedure was not flawless.
"I am really sad that Erling Haaland did not score four or five goals," the commenter said. We must acknowledge as a team that we cannot fully depend on him. He is always there, but we need other players. Without goals from wingers and attacking midfielders, we cannot win.
"To score goals, they must step up." Naturally, we must give Haaland scoring opportunities, but we also need the other players to step up. They must demand of themselves at that level. The opportunities from Tijjani, Jeremy, and Savio as well. We must do it, or it will become more challenging.
Always him. That is what he lives for. He provides us with a lot. Our construction is far superior. Erling is currently our primary player, and the passes are delivered much more effectively.
Regarding Nico O'Reilly: "He is muscular, young, and plays a lot of minutes." Excellent. He is a tall man with some mobility in confined areas. It was demonstrated by the opening goal; the pass was flawless.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.