Erling Haaland has urged Manchester City supporters to stay together and keep looking ahead as the club prepare for a difficult afternoon at Liverpool, their first match since the Premier League’s finding of guilt in the financial irregularities case became public.
Haaland calls for unity
The Norway striker, speaking before Sunday’s trip to Anfield, struck a calm note for a fanbase facing an unwelcome new chapter around the club.
Haaland said City’s supporters must remain behind one another rather than allow the situation to define the weeks ahead.
- “We have to be there for each other and stay positive,” Haaland said.
- He added that, whatever happens in life, there should still be “a smile”.
- His message was that City should focus on what remains in their hands: looking forward, winning matches and enjoying the moment.
Anfield set for a hostile reception
The Liverpool fixture will carry a sharper edge than the usual contest between two of English football’s leading sides. It is City’s first game since the Premier League announced the club’s guilt, and Anfield is expected to provide an especially unforgiving backdrop.
Liverpool are among the clubs regarded as having been most affected by City’s case, ensuring that the travelling champions will not be arriving quietly. For Haaland, though, the instruction is straightforward: keep the group together, retain a positive outlook and let the football do the talking.
