Erling Halaand’s lacklustre first half in opposition to Arsenal in numbers – with just one profitable move

Erling Halaand’s lacklustre first half in opposition to Arsenal in numbers – with just one profitable move

It’s been a quiet night time for Erling Haaland. The Manchester Metropolis striker had six touches within the opening half in opposition to Arsenal, being an entire spectator earlier than netting within the second half.

His six touches consisted of a block, an unsuccessful move, an unsuccessful headed move, one profitable move, being disposed, adopted by a final contact.

With Arsenal’s defence locked in and Metropolis struggling to search out their standard rhythm, Haaland has been left remoted up high, barely getting a sniff of the ball. Gabriel and Saliba have stored him on a decent leash, chopping off passing lanes and profitable each bodily battle.

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Metropolis, recognized for his or her intricate build-up play, have discovered it troublesome to interrupt down Arsenal’s well-drilled backline. Haaland’s lack of involvement speaks volumes about how nicely Mikel Arteta’s aspect has executed their recreation plan, however his season has been tepid for essentially the most half usually.

There have been criticisms geared toward Haaland that he goes lacking if he doesn’t get the service wanted.

For a striker who thrives on service, the shortage of touches is a significant concern for Pep Guardiola. If Metropolis are going to discover a manner by, they’ll must get their No. 9 extra concerned, as a result of proper now, he may as nicely not be on the pitch.

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Gabriel celebrates within the face of Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland and Gabriel Magalhaes (Picture by Michael Regan/Getty Photos)

5 months after their tense showdown on the Etihad, Gabriel appeared decided to settle the rating with Erling Haaland in a fiery encounter on the Emirates.

A disastrous mix-up within the Metropolis defence allowed Martin Odegaard to provide Arsenal the lead after simply two minutes, nevertheless it was Gabriel’s actions after the objective that actually caught the attention.

Because the Norway worldwide’s strike rippled the web, Gabriel wasted no time in charging towards Haaland, screaming in his face as a part of his celebrations. The second was a transparent nod to their earlier run-in, again in September when Haaland infamously threw the ball at Gabriel after John Stones’ late equaliser of their 2-2 draw.

The stress between the 2 had already simmered earlier within the season, with Haaland being seen telling Arsenal supervisor Mikel Arteta to “keep humble” at full-time after a heated change.