Guardiola: ‘Haaland on Par with Messi, Ronaldo’ – Unveiling the Alluring Comparison
In a captivating revelation, Manchester City’s manager, Pep Guardiola, has declared that Erling Haaland possesses the same level of talent as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. However, the Portuguese superstar is considered the most versatile among the trio.
Guardiola’s Assessment:
“We have witnessed two incredible decades with Ronaldo and Messi, and now Haaland is on that same level,” Guardiola expressed after Manchester City’s 4-1 victory against Southampton in the 30th round of the Premier League. “In terms of goal-scoring, Haaland resembles Ronaldo, but Messi is more well-rounded. Messi can play in multiple positions, whereas Haaland is primarily a center-forward. On the other hand, Ronaldo, apart from being a prolific goal machine, excels in various positions such as midfield, attacking winger, central forward, and even as a defender, providing excellent defensive support and ball distribution.”
Exceptional Mentality and Professionalism:
According to the Spanish coach, Haaland possesses a remarkable mindset and a high level of professionalism. Guardiola also noted that the young talent tends to recover quickly from missed opportunities, displaying exceptional focus and determination for the next chance. “Haaland handles pressure just like Messi and Ronaldo. When he doesn’t score in two or three games, people start questioning what’s happening,” Guardiola added.
Inspiration for Haaland:
Guardiola believes that the achievements and perseverance of Messi and Ronaldo serve as motivation for Haaland to continue striving for self-improvement. “Haaland knows that Messi and Ronaldo dominated not just for a year or two but for two decades, breaking records, winning titles, and accomplishing everything. The competition between Messi and Ronaldo has made football better. At just 22 years old, Haaland has entered the most competitive league in the world and has already achieved remarkable success.”
Pep Guardiola’s admiration for Erling Haaland’s skills and potential elevates the young striker to the elite company of Messi and Ronaldo. As the trio continues to shape the football landscape, Haaland’s ability to score goals, combined with his exceptional mentality, sets him on a path to greatness. The football world eagerly awaits his future endeavors and the impact he will make on the sport.
