Haaland was shocked and shook his head when the Young Boys player asked for a shirt right after the first half while the visitors were leading by 2 goals to Man City.
Unbelievable situation happened at Etihad Stadium, match 4 of Group G Champions League. Perhaps because he wanted so much to get Haaland’s shirt, Young Boys midfielder Mohamed Ali Camara asked to change shirts while entering the tunnel at half-time.
Haaland was clearly shocked by the situation, but he still reluctantly took off his shirt and gave it to his opponent, shaking his head. The away team’s head coach, Raphael Wicky, was equally surprised to hear the news and said he would talk to his players.
It is very normal for players to change shirts after the match. Mohamed Ali Camara’s suggestion to Haaland right at half-time caused controversy and even criticism in the context of the home team losing. Pep Guardiola didn’t seem to care, because the most important thing is that Man City wins as planned.
In last night’s match, Erling Haaland shined with a double, with the opening goal in the first half (from the 11m mark), before burning the opponent’s net in the first minutes of the second half. A goal that Pep Guardiola had to say. After the match “it was amazing”.
Phil Foden was the one who wrote his name on the electronic board for the remaining goal for Man City. It was also a beautiful goal, with the English star’s impeccable handling ability.
Winning 3-0, Man City officially got an early ticket to the round of 16 of the Champions League before 2 rounds, with 12 absolute points.
However, there was less good news for the reigning cup holders when John Stones had to leave the field after the first half.