City: Plan B without Haaland? Concern after defeat and tactical analysis

Manchester City’s Plan B: What happens without Haaland’s goals?

Manchester City is under scrutiny following the defeat against Newcastle United, where Erling Haaland’s lack of goals has highlighted the team’s dependence on the Norwegian striker. Haaland, who failed to score in the match, has been the focus of attention, especially after City fell 2-1 at St. James’ Park. The forward has scored 14 goals in the Premier League this season, while eight other teammates have scored one goal each, but none have managed to score twice.

Haaland is scoring all the goals. They depend on Haaland.

Micah Richards

The concern lies in what will happen if Haaland gets injured or if his goalscoring streak diminishes. Players like Phil Foden and Jérémy Doku must step up in crucial moments, something they failed to do in the recent match. Haaland has 99 goals in the Premier League and has 16 matches to break Alan Shearer’s record as the player who reached 100 goals in the fewest matches.

Erling Haaland has scored 99 goals in the Premier League.Richards has also pointed out another problem for Pep Guardiola, related to Rayan Cherki. According to Richards, City had many opportunities, but failed to capitalize on them. The absence of key players in midfield and the need for Cherki to perform at his best are worrying factors. The lack of energy in the midfield and the adaptation to different formations are also weaknesses that the team must address.