Erling Haaland was sidelined due to injury during Manchester City’s 1-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest on March 8, 2025. Consequently, he did not participate in the match and has not provided any post-match comments regarding his performance or the team’s result.
For context, Haaland has recently returned from a knee injury that kept him out of several critical matches, including the Champions League tie against Real Madrid. His absence was noted, and Pep Guardiola commented on Haaland’s fitness, stating that the striker “didn’t feel ready” to play in that crucial second-leg match.
Haaland’s last goal was scored on February 26, 2025, in a 1-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, marking his 20th Premier League goal of the season. He has been recovering from his knee injury and was assessed for readiness before the match against Liverpool on February 25.
While Haaland has not made recent public statements, his commitment to supporting his teammates is evident. Despite his injury, he was seen encouraging Manchester City during their match against Liverpool, expressing his support for the team.
For a glimpse into Haaland’s demeanor and support for his team during his absence, you can watch the following video: