Erling Haaland sends Man City message after FA Cup absence vs Leyton Orient
Man City ace Erling Haaland took to social media to send a message after their close 2-1 FA Cup win over Leyton Orient.
The 25-year-old was left at home on 8 February as Man City edged past the League One side, securing their place in the fifth round.
Tottenham loanee Jamie Donley will doubtless feel aggrieved after his lob was awarded as a Stefan Ortega own goal, opening the scoring for the home side after just 16 minutes.
Spurs fans will have loved Donley’s performance as he follows Harry Kane, who also spent time on loan at the East London club.
Pep Guardiola’s side could be set for a major overhaul between the sticks with three Saudi Pro League clubs eyeing a move for current Man City number one Ederson.
New signing Abdukodir Khusanov finally bagged the equaliser after Rico Lewis’ effort deflected off him and into the back of the net before Kevin de Bruyne came off the bench to secure the win.
Erling Haaland watches on as Man City nearly become latest FA Cup giant killing
Haaland was given a well-earned rest having starred for City this season, starting all 33 of his games across all competitions, scoring 25 goals, and providing two assists in his 2899 minutes of action.
The big striker took to Instagram after the final whistle in their edgy 2-1 win over Leyton Orient to show his support, saying: “Well done guys.”
Man City splashed out in January with the second-biggest mid-season spend in Premier League history amid problems on and off the pitch.
Football Insider revealed (February 8) that Man City have no intention of resting on their laurels in the transfer market, and are eyeing a summer move for two Serie A defenders.