Erling Haaland emulates Chelsea legend Didier Drogba in Champions League match against Young Boys
Erling Haaland celebrated his goal for Manchester City against Young Boys in the Champions League by imitating Didier Drogba's famous goal celebration.
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Manchester City faced Young Boys in a Group G encounter of the UEFA Champions League match on Wednesday. The Pep Guardiola-led team beat Young Boys by 3-0. Erling Haaland scored a brace and City’s in-form star Phil Foden scored a goal. City are unbeaten in the competition so far and are at the top of the table.
3 things you need to know
- Manchester City beat Young Boys 3-0
- Erling Haaland scored 2 goals
- Manchester City are on top of the EPL table and UCL Group G table
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Haaland's homage to Drogba with a memorable celebration
After scoring against Young Boys in the Champions League, Erling Haaland made headlines by imitating Chelsea legend Didier Drogba's classic goal celebration. This move was in response to a challenge issued by Drogba during the Ballon d'Or 2023 ceremony. Drogba had advised the Norwegian striker to imitate either Gary Lineker's or Drogba's goal celebrations when he scored his next goal.
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Haaland's spectacular performance and an injury comeback
The 23-year-old star's performance did not end with his celebration. Haaland, who had been ruled out due to an injury incurred in Manchester City's 6-1 victory over Bournemouth the previous weekend, made a victorious return. He not only accepted Drogba's challenge, but scored Manchester City's first goal against Young Boys. Haaland demonstrated his importance again in the 51st minute, adding to his team's dominant 3-0 lead near the hour mark. Phil Foden, who increased the team's tally right before halfway, complemented his outstanding performance. Haaland's injury recovery and excellent performance made this Champions League match one to remember for both him and his fans.
Haaland has played 17 matches so far in all competitions and has netted 15 goals for Manchester City while providing 3 assists. He will be seen in action with his team on Sunday when Chelsea will be hosting the EPL Champions in a Premier League encounter.