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Haaland's Misses Cost City in Title Race; Guardiola and Team Rally Behind Striker

Erling Haaland's rare off-day sees Manchester City draw 1-1 with Chelsea, but the team remains optimistic about their title chances and Haaland's return to form.

Haaland had plenty of chances to get on the scoresheet but couldn't convert on Saturday.
Manchester City's Erling Haaland reacts after missing a chance during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester City and Chelsea at the Etihad stadium in Manchester, England, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2024.
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Overview

  • Erling Haaland's frustration was evident after Manchester City's 1-1 draw with Chelsea, as he missed nine chances to score, pushing a cameraman in the process.
  • Manchester City remains third in the Premier League table, four points behind leaders Liverpool and two points adrift of Arsenal, with a game in hand.
  • Despite the draw, City manager Pep Guardiola and teammates defend Haaland, emphasizing his usual scoring prowess and predicting a return to form.
  • The draw ended Manchester City's 11-game winning streak and highlighted the team's need to improve defensively against counter-attacks.
  • Haaland, the league's top scorer with 16 goals in 19 appearances, looks to bounce back in the upcoming match against Brentford.