Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said that Erling Haaland has already reached the scoring levels of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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Haaland already at Messi, Ronaldo levels
Haaland, 24, scored his 91st goal for City in a 2-0 win over Chelsea in their Premier league opener.
The Norway forward marked his 100th appearance with the club.
Guardiola believes that Haaland’s scoring record can be compared to the likes of Messi and Ronaldo.
“He has the numbers for Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who controlled the last decade, 15 years, absolutely everything,” Guardiola said.
“In terms of numbers, it is that level. So, I don’t know how he does it, but in 100 games scoring 91 goals is something in Premier League, in this country, is unbelievable.”
Much-needed break
Haaland enjoyed a much-needed break this summer since Norway did not qualify for Euro 2024.
Guardiola believes that this extended summer rest will help Haaland feel much focused for the new campaign.
City aims to secure their fifth consecutive Premier League title.
“I had a feeling that he feels better than last season at this stage. After travel last season, he felt a bit [so-so] or felt he was tired. This season, I think for the Euros unfortunately Norway was not there, there was more rest and yeah, he feels good,” Guardiola said.
“The goal was magnificent. His contribution in many things. He had two or three chances and always I had the feeling there is a gap to improve as a football play
