Erling Haaland, the star striker for Manchester City, is suffering from a knock ahead of their crucial Premier League game against Liverpool on Saturday. As the highest scorer in the Fantasy Premier League (FPL), his potential absence is a cause for concern not only for Guardiola but for FPL managers as well.
Haaland has had an impressive season so far, scoring a total of 16 goals in 17 games across all competitions. The Norwegian striker has been a key player for Manchester City in their pursuit of competing at the top of the Premier League and also making their mark in the Champions League.
Pep Guardiola has been known to rotate players regularly in his squad, but Haaland has been a mainstay in the starting line-up when fit. Guardiola has stated that the decision to include Haaland in the squad for this weekend’s game will depend on how the striker feels.
The injury to Haaland has caused some confusion for FPL managers who have had the striker in their line-ups. Many are now considering transferring him out of their teams to avoid losing valuable points. However, some FPL managers are willing to take the risk and hope that Haaland is fit enough to make a significant impact in the game against Liverpool.
Fantasy Premier League has become a hugely popular game for football fans all over the World. The game allows participants to create their own teams consisting of players from the Premier League and earn points based on their players’ performances in real-life matches. The game has grown in popularity due to its addictiveness and the competitiveness between friends and co-workers.
The FPL game has an estimated 7 million players worldwide, and the excitement of the game has been heightened this season with the addition of European superstars such as Haaland to the Premier League. The inclusion of such players has made the game more challenging and more exciting.
The injury to Haaland is a blow not just for Manchester City fans but for the FPL community as well. The striker has consistently been one of the highest-scoring players in the game, and his absence could cause a ripple effect in many FPL teams. However, FPL managers will be hoping that Haaland recovers in time to face Liverpool and help them earn valuable points in the game.
In conclusion, the injury to Haaland is a cause of concern not just for Guardiola but for the FPL community as well. However, regardless of his fitness, the game between Manchester City and Liverpool promises to be a thrilling encounter. Fans of both teams will be hoping their respective teams come out on top and claim vital points in their hunt for the Premier League title.