Overview
- Erling Haaland sustained a left ankle injury during Manchester City's FA Cup quarterfinal win over Bournemouth on March 30, leaving the stadium on crutches and in a protective boot.
- Manchester City confirmed on March 31 that Haaland will miss five to seven weeks, sidelining him during a critical phase of the Premier League season.
- Pep Guardiola expressed optimism that Haaland could return for the season's final stages and the FIFA Club World Cup, scheduled for June in the USA.
- Haaland's injury occurred shortly after he scored an equalizing goal; his replacement, Omar Marmoush, secured the 2-1 victory with a decisive strike.
- Currently fifth in the Premier League standings, Manchester City faces heightened pressure to secure a Champions League qualification spot without their star forward.