Erling Haaland has been in the spotlight but not for the reasons he’s accustomed to. Fans and experts have been scratching their heads as Haaland‘s goal-scoring prowess appears to have temporarily deserted him. In his last few outings, the Norwegian has struggled to find the back of the net, prompting questions about his form and effectiveness. However, one analyst remains optimistic about Haaland’s season prospects, as he believes the striker will find his form.

Simon Bajkowski, of the Manchester Evening News, believes that Haaland is on track to break his own Premier League goal-scoring record, despite his recent goal drought. Let’s dive deeper and hear what the analyst has to say.

Another record breaking season on the way for Erling Haaland, claims analyst

Despite a solid start to the season, which saw Erling Haaland score eight goals in the first six games, his recent performance has left much to be desired. The striker, known for his lethal finishing and incredible goal-scoring ability, has failed to deliver any major impact in his past few games. The situation reached a tipping point after City’s third defeat in four games, with Haaland firing blanks. In a recent episode of the ‘Talking City’ podcast by Manchester Evening News, soccer analysts Simon Bajkowski and Joe Bray delved into Haaland’s recent struggles.

Bajkowski noted, “If you’ve watched them [City] over this time, he’s [Haaland] not played that well and, like, he probably should have double the number of goals he’s got because he has wasted a lot of chances. However, there are times and there are games when he’s really tightly marked, but there have also been times where he’s missed loads of chances.”

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It’s a balanced perspective that acknowledges both Haaland’s shortcomings and the challenges posed by opposing defenses. What’s intriguing is Bajkowski’s projection – “He played eight games in the league and he scored eight goals. So, if that is replicated over 38 games, he’s scoring 38 goals and he’s breaking his own record by two.”

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While it’s true that a striker’s performance isn’t solely determined by statistics, these numbers cannot be ignored. They paint a picture of a less productive Haaland in front of goal, leading to growing concerns among the City fans. Although, Haaland’s xG against Arsenal plummeted to a shocking 0.00, Bajkowski’s forecast provides a glimmer of hope amidst the drought.

Haaland’s impact on Manchester City

Erling Haaland’s arrival at Manchester City has had a transformative effect on the team. He has added a new dimension to their attack and has given them a focal point to build around. His impact on the team was evident by his numbers and performance in his debut season for Manchester City, as they went on to lift the treble for the first time in their history. The Norwegian’s slump in form has become a matter of concern for Pep Guardiola, who is now looking to pull out and return to winning ways.

With analysts like Simon Bajkowski offering a more optimistic perspective and the undeniable talent that Haaland possesses, it’s a safe bet that we’ll witness the Norwegian sensation return to his scoring ways, potentially even breaking his own records in the process.

With hard work and the continued support of his team and fans, it’s only a matter of time before Erling Haaland breaks free from this goal drought and continues to dazzle the soccer world with his talent. Soccer fans across the globe will be eagerly awaiting for the return of the prolific Erling Haaland to the get back on the score sheet.

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