Pep Guardiola provides updates on the Erling Haaland after the FA Cup withdrawal

After a comeback win against AFC Bournemouth in the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, the Manchester City gaffer gave an update about the Norwegian striker, who was called off in the second half. After trailing in the first half, Manchester City striker, Erling Haaland pressed hard to find an inspiration for his side. Amidst these, the player crashed into the hoarding which has raised the fears amongst the fans. 

Erling Haaland missed the penalty in the first half, seven minutes after which AFC Bournemouth took the lead. In the second half, he was involved in a collision with Lewis Cook and the striker went on to hit the hoarding. Though he tried to press after receiving the treatment, the player went on to wave towards the bench for the substitution. Following the end of the game, Pep Guardiola mentioned that he will have to look at the situation and availability of the player for the rest of the season. 

I don’t know yet, we will have to see

What did Pep Guardiola say about the unique achievement? 

The Cityzens made it to the semifinals of the campaign for the record seventh time in a row. Talking about this unique record, Pep Guardiola congratulated his men for the unique achievement. He also applauded the current crop of the players he has at his disposal. He said:

We did it. Seven times in a row reaching semi-finals in the FA Cup. I am sorry to tell you, but this is outstanding. This generation of players, they have done this

What next for Manchester City?

With the last nine games left in the English Premier League campaign, Manchester City will focus on getting the Champions League spot as they are only one point adrift of the fourth-placed Chelsea. On the other hand, the fifth team will also be allowed to compete in the Champions League group stage but Manchester City would not want to take the chances as there is a list of clubs that are aiming to grab that fifth position. They are also playing the semifinals of the FA Cup and would want to seal their place in the finals as they face the chances of ending their first campaign in the last five years without any trophy.