Overview
- After Pep Guardiola likened his influence to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, Haaland said he is "far off" their level and insisted he is "just Erling."
- Haaland’s prolific run stands at 26 goals in 16 appearances for club and country this season, with his Premier League tally at 98 in 107 games.
- He said he does not think about chasing records, acknowledging Alan Shearer’s 260-goal Premier League mark but stressing that winning matches is his priority.
- Guardiola named Haaland to Manchester City’s leadership group and praised his humility and team‑first mindset.
- Haaland prepares to face former club Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday and says his main career goal is to take Norway to the World Cup.