How Erling Haaland learned from Cristiano Ronaldo on YouTube

Erling Haaland, who trails only Lionel Messi for the 2023 Ballon d’Or, has made an immediate impact around the world with his performances at Manchester City, where he has won it all, including the long-awaited Champions League.

It’s clear that the Norwegian striker is destined for greatness, as the 23-year-old has already established himself among football’s elite and After breaking the record for the most goals scored in the Premier League in the 2022-23 season, there is no doubt that he will continue to break the scoring record.

The goal machine has admitted that Cristiano Ronaldo is his inspiration as a No.9 as he used to check the Portugal striker’s runs.

Haaland talks about Ronaldo

“I remember always watching him (Cristiano Ronaldo) on YouTube because of his movements in the box; he used to make two or three moves and then attack the space he wanted to get into.” Haaland told TV2.

“How he moves, his movements and how he manages to develop his game. You look at his years at Manchester United and his first years at Real Madrid until he became a centre-forward in Madrid. His performances and The way he scores is incredible. The little moves in the box and the ability to deceive defenders,” he praised the Portuguese.

Haaland misses Scotland game

Haaland came on in the second half of Norway’s friendly win over the Faroe Islands but was injured at the end of the game and revealed via his social media that he would not play against Scotland on Sunday.

“Unfortunately I missed the game against Scotland. Wish the boys all the best. Now undergoing treatment and trying to recover as soon as possible,” he posted on his X account.