Manchester City FC v Everton FC – Premier League: Fans react as Erling Haaland misses penalty for Man City in Everton clash
“Who needs to stay humble now”, “Bro is totally finished” – Fans react as Erling Haaland misses penalty for Man City in Everton clash
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“Who needs to stay humble now”, “Bro is totally finished” – Fans react as Erling Haaland misses penalty for Man City in Everton clash
Fans blasted iconic Manchester City striker Erling Haaland on social media after he missed a penalty in his side’s Premier League clash with Everton on Thursday, December 26.
Pep Guardiola’s side welcomed the Toffees to the Etihad as they look to end a run of three winless games in the league. Bernando Silva gave the home fans something to cheer about, as he opened the scoring in the 14th minute via a Jeremy Doku assist.
However, Sean Dyche’s side restored parity in the 36th minute through Iliman Ndiaye as the first half ended 1-1. In the 51st minute, Manchester City were awarded a penalty after Vitali Mykolenko fouled Savinho inside the box.
Erling Haaland stepped up to take the ensuing penalty kick, but his strike toward the bottom left corner was saved by Jordan Pickford.
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Fans took to X to slam the Norwegian international for the missed penalty kick. One fan mocked the Manchester City star, writing:
“Who needs to stay humble now.”
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“Bro is totally finished at this point,” a second fan tweeted.
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“Worst striker in the world,” another fan chimed in.
“This is a curse!!!,” another fan posted.
Erling Haaland has struggled in front of goal amid Manchester City’s poor form. He has scored just twice in his last 10 league games.
Erling Haaland still in the race for Premier League Golden Boot despite goalscoring struggles
Erling Haaland is still one of the leading goalscorers in the Premier League despite his drop in form in recent weeks. The 24-year-old has netted 13 goals and created one assist in 18 league games.
Only Mohammed Salah (15) has scored more league goals than the City No.9 this season. Haaland current position on the goalscorers chart is a result of his brilliant start to the season.
The Norway star bagged 10 goals in his first five games of the season, including consecutive hat-tricks against Ipswich Town and West Ham United. However, since scoring in the 2-2 draw with Arsenal in September he has suffered a mini-goal drought, scoring only three goals in 13 games.
Jordan Pickford’s Water Bottle Secrets Help Him Save Erling Haaland’s Penalty in Tense 1-1 Draw Against Manchester City
Jordan Pickford’s meticulous preparation has once again paid off during Everton’s ongoing clash with Manchester City, as the goalkeeper saved a crucial penalty from Erling Haaland in the 52nd minute. The match, taking place at the Etihad Stadium on December 26, 2024, is currently tied at 1-1.
Pickford’s ability to read the game is well-known, and he has an additional tool at his disposal: a water bottle containing detailed intel on Manchester City’s penalty takers.
This clever tactic has helped him make informed decisions when facing spot kicks. In today’s encounter, Haaland’s penalty was expertly saved by the Everton shot-stopper, diving to his right to deny the striker’s effort. The rebound was later ruled offside, keeping the scoreline level.
Jordan Pickford’s Water Bottle Secrets Help Him Save Erling Haaland’s Penalty in Tense 1-1 Draw Against Manchester City
This is not the first time Pickford has excelled in penalty situations. Earlier in the season, he made a vital save against Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon, further cementing his reputation as a penalty specialist.
As the match continues, both teams are fighting for a vital win in a tightly contested Premier League game.
Jordan Pickford distracts Erling Haaland by pulling funny faces
Jordan Pickford distracts Erling Haaland by pulling funny faces (Prime Video Sport)
Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford pulled silly faces at Manchester City striker Erling Haaland before his penalty miss in today’s game in the Premier League.
It’s not often you see Haaland miss big opportunities like this, but the Norway international’s effort wasn’t the best, and Pickford got down to palm it away.
Watch below as Pickford perhaps got into Haaland’s head beforehand, having pulled funny faces at the City striker in an attempt to put him off…
Jordan Pickford trying to put Erling Haaland off before his penalty…
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Pickford is one of the top ‘keepers in the Premier League on his day, even if he’s often had a difficult time with the Everton defence in front of him.
This was Pickford at his best, though, and it means City are still chasing a winner in today’s close game at the Etihad Stadium.
Jordan Pickford in action for Everton
Jordan Pickford in action for Everton (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
Can Manchester City end their awful run against Everton?
At the time of writing, it remains 1-1 between City and Everton, with Pep Guardiola’s side possibly heading for another disappointing result.
Bernardo Silva had given the home side the lead earlier in the game, before the Toffees hit back through Iliman Ndiaye.
City perhaps wasted their best opportunity with Haaland’s missed penalty, but there’s still time for them to find a late winner.
This would be a great result for Everton, though, if they manage to hold on, with Sean Dyche’s side often struggling in games this season and failing to move up the Premier League table.
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