Haaland: “The first appearance of Real Madrid star made me very happy”
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland gave an interview to the French newspaper L’Equipe after being placed among the 30 candidates for the Ballon d’Or. The striker, who has managed to win it all with Manchester City, is clearly one of the favorites to win the award on October 30.
Haaland vs. Mbappe, is the new Messi vs. Cristiano conflict?
“That’s what everyone thinks. But be careful, you have to point out how Messi and Cristiano have done crazy things. You also have to remember that they’re still doing it, because even if they grow up, of course, they still will. They are still great players. “I feel proud to have been able to see two exceptional heroes like them.”
“But, back to the question, I never talk about myself against other players, that’s not my way of being or seeing things. “I focus on myself, I just strive to be better every day, continue to enjoy what I do, and be the best version of myself.”
Relationship with Guardiola
“The relationship with Pep is very good. Of course, he is very demanding in his work, and he is very direct and honest in his speech. But this is his way of managing. In any case, he pushes you to develop and become better.”
“We tell the truth in a very direct way. He could tell, sometimes it’s brutal. I appreciate it because it shows that he is fully engaged and passionate. “It’s not always nice but at the same time, it makes you face the truth and I know its purpose is to make you a better player.”
His following of football and the “Bellingham effect” in Madrid
“I watch a lot of football matches on TV. And by the way, I watched the amazing debut of Judd (Bellingham, his former Dortmund teammate) at Real Madrid, it made me really, really happy. “I am passionate about football, and that is what I love.”
“I’ve always loved it and you can say it takes up all my time, both professionally and in my life. “In addition, I like to play with a little ball in the park with my little sister.”
Source: Marca
