It's no surprise to anyone that Erling Haaland is the fittest striker in the world, and his stats back it up. The Norwegian, along with Kylian Mbappe, have applied to take over from Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Erling Haaland is the player of the moment. He has 14 goals in eight Premier League games and, last weekend, scored his third hat-trick since he has been in England. Now, Pep Guardiola decided to praise him and gave a low blow to Lionel Messi, whom he highlighted a few days ago.
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The Norwegian is a real nightmare for his rivals, since he put on the Manchester City shirt. The last victim was Manchester United, in the 6-3 thrashing of the 'citizens'. After the match at the Etihad Stadium, Guardiola referred to the difference between the 'Android' and the captain of the Argentine team.
The Spanish coach had no qualms about pointing out that Haaland needs his teammates to score goals, while the 'Flea' does everything alone. However, he decided to back down and now praised the European and left a phrase that is perceived as a low blow for the '10' of the Albiceleste.
Did Guardiola underestimate Messi?
Haaland is 22 years old and at that age the Argentine already had three Ballon d'Ors and three Champions Leagues. Despite this, Guardiola maintained: 'At this age no one can compare with him. No one. His numbers speak for themselves. He is an exceptional player. He relies a lot on his physique. He is very intense and intelligent.’
