Overview
- In a pre-Champions League press conference, Erling Haaland said he is very far from Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo and that nobody can approach them.
- His remarks answered recent praise from Pep Guardiola, who likened Haaland’s influence to Messi and Ronaldo but noted they sustained that level for about 15 years.
- Haaland said thinking about records is the last thing on his mind and that his job is to help Manchester City win matches.
- He stated his main objective is to lead Norway to a major international tournament, such as a World Cup or European Championship.
- Coverage highlighted his prolific season, with reports citing 17 goals in 13 club games and 26 across club and country ahead of the Borussia Dortmund fixture.