Manchester City fans held their breath when Erling Haaland went down clutching his knee during their dominant 4-0 victory over Newcastle. The Norwegian striker, who had played a key role in James McAtee’s goal, appeared in severe discomfort, sparking fears of a serious setback ahead of City’s Champions League clash against Real Madrid.
However, after the final whistle, Haaland was seen moving freely, smiling, and shaking hands, easing concerns about his fitness. Manager Pep Guardiola reassured fans, stating, “When he was down, everyone was scared, but he got up, walked, and smiled like always. The doctors didn’t come with bad news, so hopefully, he’ll be fine.”
While Haaland’s scare stole the headlines, the night belonged to January signing Omar Marmoush. The Egyptian forward stunned Newcastle with a sensational hat-trick, proving to be City’s unexpected hero. His performance earned praise from Guardiola, who highlighted his speed and composure in front of goal.
With Haaland’s condition looking positive and Marmoush making a dream impact, City now turn their focus to their crucial European showdown against Real Madrid, hoping to overturn a 3-2 deficit.
