Brentford manager Thomas Frank has unequivocally labeled Erling Haaland as an almost impossible force to contain, ahead of his side’s clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday. The Norwegian striker has continued his goal-scoring exploits this season, netting seven goals in just three matches, including two hat-tricks.
Haaland’s remarkable ability to anticipate and time his runs has made him a nightmare for defenders across the Premier League. His movement in the box, according to Frank, is “some of the best we’ve ever seen.” The Brentford manager expressed admiration for Haaland’s awareness and positioning, acknowledging that he is a “decent player in the best team in the world.”
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Last season, Haaland played a pivotal role in Manchester City’s victory over Brentford, scoring the winning goal and assisting on one of Phil Foden’s three goals. Despite the formidable challenge posed by the reigning champions, Frank remains optimistic about his side’s chances. He believes that if Brentford can perform at their best, they can make it difficult for City to dominate the game.
With six points from their first three matches, Brentford have made a promising start to the season. They will be eager to maintain their momentum and secure a positive result against the league leaders. However, they will need to be at their absolute best to neutralize Haaland’s threat and emerge victorious from this highly anticipated encounter.
