Haaland: 'Man City see Liverpool's defeat as an example'

"The game was tough but in the end Man City took the three points. It's not easy to win and stay in shape. We watched Bournemouth beat Liverpool. Every game is a battle," Haaland told Sky. Sports after scoring the only goal on the penalty spot, helping Man City beat Crystal Palace 1-0 in the 27th round of the Premier League.

Haaland and his teammates played five hours behind Liverpool on the evening of March 11, meaning they had time to watch Jurgen Klopp's teachers and students play at Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium. In this match, Mohamed Salah missed the penalty, causing Liverpool to lose 0-1 to the opponent who was racing to relegation. This defeat came right after Liverpool beat Man Utd 7-0 on March 5.

Victory at Palace helps Man City close the gap with Arsenal to two points, thereby putting pressure on the top team before the trip to Fulham on the evening of March 12. Unlike Salah, Haaland did not miss a chance on the penalty spot to bring home three points. This is his 28th goal in the Premier League this season. The Norwegian striker continues to be alone in the top scorer race with eight more goals than the second Harry Kane.

Haaland stated that Man City need to focus on each match and are optimistic about the possibility of winning the title because they have a match against Arsenal at home on April 26. "The season still has many games. Anything can happen. In front of Man City is the match against RB Leipzig and then Burnley. We need to focus," he said.

Having experienced poor matches and being criticized for missing a good opportunity, Haaland insists he is enjoying the English football environment in his first season with Man City. "This is English football. I have watched this tournament all my life. I am enjoying every second of playing here. It is wonderful to be a part of what is happening," the 22-year-old striker expressed. .