Erling Haaland was effusive in his praise for Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola, with the striker giving credit to the Spanish mastermind for helping him refine his game.

“Since joining City, Pep Guardiola has significantly helped me refine my movements and put myself in positions where I can score goals. He’s a genius, and his support has played a big role in my development as a goal scorer. Working with him so far has been a great experience,” said Haaland.