In Bournemouth, England, Manchester City’s thrilling FA Cup quarterfinal clash was met with a moment of concern as star striker Erling Haaland was forced off the field due to an ankle injury. This occurred in the 60th minute of the match against Bournemouth, leaving fans and team management worried.
The incident unfolded when Bournemouth’s right-back, Lewis Cook, accidentally landed on Haaland’s left ankle following a tackle in the 56th minute. Despite receiving prompt medical attention and making a brief return to the pitch, Haaland was ultimately unable to continue due to evident discomfort, prompting his substitution.
Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, expressed uncertainty about the full extent of Haaland’s injury, commenting, “I don’t know yet, we’ll have to see.” Such ambiguity has left fans hopeful for quick recovery news.
At the time of Haaland’s substitution, the scoreboard read 1-1. Haaland had earlier showcased his prowess by scoring Manchester City’s equalizer, after initially having a penalty saved during the first half. His contributions were pivotal in keeping the team in contention.
Despite the setback with Haaland, Manchester City managed to press on, clinching a 2-1 victory and securing their place in the semifinals. This win marks the team’s seventh consecutive appearance at this stage, further cementing their reputation as a formidable force in the competition.