Manchester City star striker, Erling Haaland, is expected to miss at least two weeks after suffering a left ankle injury during the FA Cup quarter-final against Bournemouth. The 24-year-old, who has scored 21 goals in 28 league matches this season, was substituted in the 61st minute of City 2-1 victory. The club stated that Haaland is undergoing further medical assessments, but they remain hopeful he will return for the FIFA Club World Cup (June 14 – July 13).
For the next two weeks or more, Manchester City will be without star striker Erling Haaland after he sustained an ankle injury during the FA Cup quarter-final against Bournemouth. Haaland, who scored City’s equalizer in their 2-1 victory, was substituted in the 61st minute. The club confirmed on Monday that he will undergo further tests to assess the severity of the injury.
The 24-year-old’s absence puts his availability for the FA Cup semi-final against Nottingham Forest in doubt. However, Manchester City remains hopeful that he will recover in time for the FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States from June 14 to July 13.
Haaland has been crucial for City this season, scoring 21 goals in 28 Premier League matches. Despite his contributions, the defending champions have struggled in recent weeks, sitting fifth in the table with only one win in their last four league games. They will face Leicester City next as they push for a strong finish to the season.
With Haaland sidelined, City will need to rely on alternative attacking options as they continue their campaign across multiple competitions.
