Pep Guardiola commented that Erling Haaland is better this season than last season

Erling Haaland has been sharper this season compared to last, and coach Pep Guardiola has issued a warning to Premier League teams about this.

Pep’s Warning about Haaland
In the match against Ipswich Town, Erling Haaland easily secured a hat-trick. The Norwegian striker has now achieved his seventh hat-trick in just 68 Premier League matches. Currently, the player, born in 2000, ranks third on the list of foreign players with the most hat-tricks in Premier League history.

Coach Pep Guardiola has warned other teams about Haaland’s capabilities this season. He shared: “I have a feeling that this season Erling Haaland is playing with more sharpness. He often stays after training sessions to improve his runs, receiving crosses, and ball control.

Last season, he didn’t train like that because he wasn’t in ideal physical condition. With a body like Haaland’s, he needs to be in perfect physical shape to perform at his best.

Pep Guardiola believes Erling Haaland will be even better in the future
Now, Haaland is feeling comfortable. Last season, he was dealing with hip pain, ankle problems, and knee issues. But now, Haaland is being well cared for by the medical team and is in top physical condition.

Imagine you’re a defender with the ball at your feet. In front of you is Erling Haaland, with his physique and stride coming towards you. That sounds terrifying for opponents and, of course, is an advantage for Man City’s defense, as it helps us press the opponent.

Man City always needs Haaland, that’s indisputable. I’m very pleased because he always runs with great energy, pressing the opponent tirelessly. This helps bring goals for Man City.

Haaland has also contributed significantly to the team’s ball progression. But to play like this, the entire team needs to control the game better, and that’s something both Haaland and other positions are working to achieve.”