Erling Haaland eyes improvement: 'I need to score more goals'
Erling Haaland has admitted he must improve after a rare dip in goalscoring form, despite playing a decisive role in Manchester City's dramatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield.
Guardiola: Haaland 'best striker in the world' but start vs Liverpool uncertain
Haaland has scored just twice in his last 12 appearances, after a blistering start to the season that saw him net 19 goals in 14 games and become the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals. He came off the bench in City's 3-1 League Cup win over Newcastle, with Omar Marmoush scoring twice in his absence.
"I don't know, we will see tomorrow," Guardiola said. "But all I can say is Erling is the best. Erling is the best striker in the world."
City face a tough test at Anfield against one of their fiercest rivals, with Guardiola praising Liverpool's squad and manager. "It is always a difficult place and a tough opponent. They have an exceptional team and a top-class manager," he said.
As speculation continues over Guardiola's own future, he stressed he has one more year on his contract, keeping him at the Etihad until June 2027.
Jeremy Jacquet injury blow casts doubt over Liverpool defender's Anfield arrival
Liverpool's new signing Jeremy Jacquet, who will join the Reds at the end of the season, is facing an uncertain short-term future after suffering a potentially serious shoulder injury while playing for Rennes.
Bernardo Silva elated to keep Manchester City title hopes alive after win at Liverpool
Manchester City star Bernardo Silva has admitted that the 2-1 comeback victory against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday boosts their Premier League title hopes.
Arne Slot feeling 'anger and disappointment' after Liverpool collapse against Man City
Arne Slot admits feeling "anger and disappointment" after Liverpool blew a lead before going down to a 2-1 defeat at home against Manchester City on Sunday.