Erling Haaland Criticizes Manchester City’s Struggling 2024 Season

Erling Haaland has delivered a stark critique of Manchester City's 2024/25 season, describing it as "horrific," "catastrophic," and "boring," citing the team's failure to meet the high standards set by their previous four consecutive Premier League titles. Despite injuries to key players like Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, and John Stones, Haaland emphasized that the entire squad, including himself, has underperformed, lacking the necessary hunger and stability to win enough games, especially in crucial moments. City currently sit fourth in the league, significantly trailing champions Liverpool, and are fighting to secure Champions League qualification, while also preparing for the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace, which Haaland sees as essential to salvage the season. He acknowledged that winning the FA Cup would offer some consolation but would not equate to success by City's standards, underscoring the club’s expectations for consistent top-tier achievements. Guardiola’s side has recorded nine league defeats, their worst since the 2016/17 season, and while the manager faces his most challenging campaign yet, the club plans significant squad reinforcements over the summer. Haaland’s candid reflections highlight both the disappointment of the current campaign and the imperative for renewed spirit and performance in the next season.