Will Haaland Play against Spurs Despite the Knee Injury?

Erling Haaland missed Manchester City 2-0 defeat to Liverpool due to a knee issue, despite clear scans. Pep Guardiola hopes the striker will return for the Tottenham clash on February 26. Haaland last featured as an unused substitute against Real Madrid, with Guardiola confirming the player didn’t feel ready despite positive training progress.

For the midweek clash against Tottenham, Manchester City faces injury concerns with several key players sidelined. Erling Haaland missed the recent 2-0 defeat to Liverpool due to a knee issue, though scans showed no significant damage. Pep Guardiola remains hopeful for his return by February 26.

John Stones suffered a thigh injury just eight minutes into the Real Madrid clash, with his return date still uncertain. Manuel Akanji is out for 8–10 weeks after tearing his adductor muscle during the same fixture, ruling him out until late April. Rodri, sidelined since September with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, is unlikely to feature this season but could return for the Club World Cup in June.

Oscar Bobb, who broke his leg during pre-season training, recently faced a recovery setback, leaving his return date unknown. Guardiola acknowledged that the injury crisis has impacted City’s form, contributing to their current 20-point gap behind league leaders Liverpool.

Despite these setbacks, Guardiola remains optimistic about Haaland’s imminent return and the squad’s resilience in overcoming challenges. As City prepares for a crucial phase, they’ll rely on their depth to navigate the demanding schedule.