‘Caused me problems’… Virgil van Dijk says he can’t wait to face off against ‘in-form’ Man City star 

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Published on 2024-03-08 17:30:00

Virgil van Dijk is eagerly anticipating his upcoming battle against Manchester City striker Erling Haaland on Sunday. The two players previously faced off in the first Premier League meeting between City and Liverpool earlier this season, and they are set to go head-to-head once again this weekend.

In a recent interview with The Athletic, Van Dijk expressed his excitement about playing against one of the best and most in-form strikers in the world. He acknowledged Haaland’s goal-scoring prowess and mentioned that while they have both caused each other problems on the field in the past, he is looking forward to the challenge.

Haaland has faced Van Dijk six times for club and country, but he has yet to secure a victory against the Dutch defender, with four defeats and two draws. Despite this, the Norwegian striker has managed to score three goals against Van Dijk, showcasing the threat he poses.

With 29 goals in 32 games across all competitions this season, Haaland is a formidable opponent for Liverpool’s defense to handle. However, Van Dijk’s defensive stats, including the most clearances and interceptions at Liverpool, demonstrate his ability to contain prolific strikers like Haaland.

As Liverpool currently sit one point ahead of City at the top of the Premier League table, this weekend’s matchup could be crucial in the title race. Haaland will be eager to secure his first victory against Van Dijk and help City move closer to reclaiming the league title.

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