Gary Neville has urged a Manchester Metropolis star “does not become involved sufficient” and “may achieve this far more” after the Sky Sports activities pundit’s former membership suffered a 3-0 defeat within the Manchester derby.
Man Metropolis again on observe after derby triumph
Man Metropolis endured a troublesome begin to the Premier League season, shedding two of their opening three video games, however Pep Guardiola will probably be hoping the 3-0 victory over bitter rivals Manchester United will be an early turning level.
Phil Foden opened the scoring for the hosts simply earlier than the 20-minute mark, with a second-half Erling Haaland brace wrapping up all three factors for Guardiola’s facet, who at all times appeared in command of the sport.
Guardiola waxed lyrical concerning the Norwegian striker after the match, saying: “Erling has been unimaginable for the reason that begin however this season he’s higher than ever. I’d say higher than the Treble 12 months. He’s dynamic and I don’t decide him for the clearance, we would like him to attain objectives and to assist us.”
Whereas Neville was additionally left impressed by Haaland’s efficiency, the Manchester United legend queried why the striker is unable to place in related shows on a extra common foundation, saying on his podcast: “Clearly he typically does not become involved within the sport sufficient.
“He scores so many objectives, however then I at all times assume, you possibly can achieve this far more, you possibly can maintain it up, you possibly can rag-doll defenders, you possibly can chase issues down, you possibly can defend it in your personal field, you possibly can win headers, you possibly can do every thing, since you’re that good – you are that good a participant, and at this time was that efficiency.”
Haaland has made flying begin to the marketing campaign
The 25-year-old has been referred to as out on his basic play previously, with former Man United man Roy Keane evaluating the centre-forward to a League Two participant after the Blues’ 0-0 draw in opposition to Arsenal within the 2023-24 season.
Nonetheless, one factor that can’t be questioned is the Man Metropolis star’s goal-scoring potential, having gained the Premier League Golden Boot award in his first two campaigns on the Etihad Stadium, whereas additionally sustaining a unbelievable document in entrance of purpose final season.
Season | Premier League appearances | Targets |
2022-23 | 35 | 36 |
2023-24 | 31 | 27 |
2024-25 | 31 | 22 |
As identified by Neville, the Norway worldwide additionally confirmed indicators that his all-round sport has improved in opposition to United too, making six clearances, creating one huge likelihood and finishing two dribbles all through the match.
Though Man Metropolis have endured a troublesome begin to the season, having Haaland at their disposal ought to imply they at all times have an opportunity of competing for main honours, and Guardiola will probably be hoping the centre-forward can proceed his unbelievable type.
