‘Harsh’… Joleon Lescott is absolutely not having what’s being said about ‘prolific’ £51m Manchester City star

Redaction Simon Brett with Tom Procter
Published on 2024-04-09 09:30:00

Joleon Lescott has defended Erling Haaland from recent criticism, stating that it is ‘harsh’ to say the Manchester City striker is struggling. City are set to face Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final, with Haaland hoping to make an impact in the absence of key players like Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake. Despite some recent criticism for his form and overall game, Haaland has still scored 29 goals across all competitions this season, showing his prolific goal-scoring abilities.

Despite the high expectations following his exceptional performances last season, Erling Haaland has faced criticism this season for not reaching the same levels. However, Joleon Lescott believes the narrative around Haaland’s struggles is unwarranted, pointing out that the striker is still one of the most prolific in the world. Haaland will need to be at his best tonight against Real Madrid, as the team looks to avenge their elimination by the Spanish side in last season’s competition.

Despite facing criticism and questions about his overall game, Erling Haaland remains a key player for Manchester City and is capable of turning the game in their favor. His goal-scoring ability and impact on the team cannot be understated, and tonight’s match against Real Madrid will be a test of his skills. With Lescott defending him and highlighting his prolific nature, Haaland will be looking to silence his critics and lead City to victory in the Champions League.

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