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Erling Haaland admits being ‘P*ssed off’ vs Tottenham in the Premier League

Originally posted on ClutchPoints | By Fremont Farkas | Last updated 5/15/24

Manchester City‘s Erling Haaland found himself at the center of attention after his stellar performance against Tottenham, where he scored a brace to propel City to a crucial 2-0 victory, reported by GOAL. However, it was his admission of feeling “p*ssed off” and battling title nerves that captured headlines. In this comprehensive analysis, we delve into Haaland’s revelations, dissecting his penalty drama and reflecting on City’s Premier League title prospects.

Erling Haaland’s heroics vs Tottenham

In a high-stakes encounter against Tottenham, Haaland rose to the occasion, delivering a match-winning performance that swung the title race in Manchester City’s favor. His two goals, including a nerveless penalty in stoppage time, secured a vital victory for City, propelling them to the top of the Premier League table with a two-point lead over Arsenal.

Despite his on-field heroics, Haaland candidly admitted to grappling with title nerves before stepping up to take the crucial penalty against Tottenham. The Norwegian striker revealed feeling “scared” and “nervous,” acknowledging the immense pressure of the situation and the potential consequences of a missed penalty. Despite his apprehensions, Haaland’s mental fortitude prevailed as he calmly dispatched the spot-kick with aplomb, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way and sealing the victory for City.

Reflecting on his penalty, Haaland described the mix of emotions he experienced, ranging from fear and nervousness to excitement and determination. Despite feeling “p*ssed off” and exhausted, Haaland’s singular focus on scoring prevailed, resulting in what he described as the “best penalty” he had ever taken. His ability to block out distractions and execute under pressure underscores his maturity and composure as a top-level striker.

Erling Haaland’s interview

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland (9) looks into the crowd after the exhibition match between FC Bayern Munich and Manchester City on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis Samantha Madar-USA TODAY Sports

“It was a bit horrible,” he told reporters. “We were nervous, it’s normal in these kind of games, but we won. That was the goal, I don’t care how we won, we won. I was really nervous [about the penalty], scared of course, but excited.

“It was about getting the ball in the back of the net. I stand with Ruben (Dias) and say: ‘I’m so tired’. I was so tired and it’s the first time I haven’t thought before taking a penalty kick. It was obviously a good thing.

“I just blew it into the net ceiling. I think it’s the best penalty I’ve ever taken. I was p***ed off, the only thing I focused on was shooting the ball into the goal. Relax, don’t think and focus on the next game. Everyone knows the situation. It’s about not thinking too much and focusing on things to do and try to win. We came here to try to win and we won. Focus on the next game and try not to think too much. Let’s get all together and finish this.”

Haaland’s Golden Boot Pursuit

With 27 goals in 30 matches, Haaland leads the race for the Premier League Golden Boot, a testament to his prolific goal-scoring prowess. As City prepares for their final match against West Ham United, Haaland has the opportunity to further bolster his goal tally and cement his status as one of the league’s most lethal forwards. A victory over West Ham will see City clinch the Premier League title, marking a fitting end to a remarkable campaign for Haaland and his teammates.

As Manchester City enters the final stretch of the Premier League season, Haaland’s contributions on the pitch and his resilience under pressure have been instrumental in their title charge. With just one match remaining, City finds themselves in pole position to secure the championship, buoyed by Haaland’s goal-scoring exploits and unwavering determination. As they prepare to face West Ham United, City will look to Haaland to lead them to glory and cap off what has been a memorable season for the club and its fans.

This article first appeared on ClutchPoints and was syndicated with permission.

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