Haaland was a surprise absence from the City line-up at Elland Road following the minor knock he suffered in training on Thursday. City coped without Haaland as Antoine Semenyo's first half goal sealed their fourth successive Premier League victory. Losing the prolific Haaland for a prolonged period would be a hammer blow for City, but Guardiola does not believe the Norway star will be out for long. Complete game, in a tough, tough place and 10 games left in the Premier league. The Premier League is better than ever," Guardiola said.

Source: New Strait Times February 28, 2026 23:25 UTC