Overview

• Speaking on Sky Sports before Arsenal vs Manchester City, Keane called Haaland “the best in the business” and a “top player.”
• The stance contrasts with Keane’s March 2024 critique, when he likened Haaland’s general play to “almost like a League Two player.”
• Haaland struck inside the opening ten minutes at the Emirates, taking his tally to seven goals from six appearances this season.
• He had entered the match with six goals in five outings, underscoring a sustained scoring run.
• Keane highlighted Phil Foden’s recent European assist and described Haaland as looking lean and hungry, pointing to improved service as a factor.