Erling Haaland becomes a dad for the first time as Pep Guardiola accidentally lets slip Man City star’s partner Isabel Haugseng Johansen has given birth
Erling Haaland ended his goal drought in style, scoring his 14th Premier League goal of the season as Manchester City defeated Leicester 2-0 on Sunday. The win marked a welcome return to form for City, who had gone five games without a victory.
Haaland’s recent slump had drawn criticism, but manager Pep Guardiola jumped to his defense, citing the striker’s exhaustion and emotional personal life. Haaland had just become a father for the first time, with partner Isabel Haugseng Johansen giving birth to their first child.
Guardiola acknowledged the challenges Haaland faced, saying, “Erling’s been judged harshly, but that’s football. He’s tired, played many minutes, and just became a father – a lot of emotions.”
With his goal drought behind him, Haaland will now focus on balancing his football career with his new role as a father. City will rely on him to continue delivering as they head into the new year, starting with their Premier League match against West Ham.
