Coach Thomas Tuchel and Bayern Munich midfielder Matthijs de Ligt both think Erling Haaland is a big threat in the upcoming two legs of the Champions League quarter-final.
Speaking before the quarter-final first leg between Man City and Bayern, which will take place on the morning of April 12, coach Tuchel said: “It is impressive and unbelievable if you look at the statistics, fitness and his hunger to score Haaland is unique and when he does sign City, they have the type of player they haven’t had in recent years It’s difficult to defend (against Haaland), but We will do it through team play. Bayern need to show their best in the next match.”
While playing for Dortmund , Haaland lost all 7 times against “Gray Lobster” in official matches. Only when landing at Etihad will Haaland have a chance to taste the joy. The 22-year-old striker took just 12 minutes to score for “The Citizens” in a 1-0 win over Bayern in the 2022/23 pre-season friendly.
Bayern’s midfielder De Ligt also spoke about the blockade of Haaland in the match on April 12: “He is one of the best strikers in the world and has an impressive physique. Haaland is dangerous both inside and outside the area. Bayern have to organize their defense well because Haaland is a great player but without the passes from Kevin de Bruyne he will be in trouble.Bayern also need to focus because if they give Man City Chances are, they’ll score.”
Haaland scored 44 goals this season in all competitions, becoming the most effective scorer in the top 5 European championships. On April 8, the Norwegian striker scored twice in Man City’s 4-1 victory over Southampton in the 30th round of the Premier League .
Man City played the first leg against Bayern at the Etihad home on April 12 before marching to the Allianz Arena for the second leg a week later. The winner of this match will face Real Madrid or Chelsea in the semi-finals of the Champions League .
