Pep Guardiola name-dropped Lionel Messi when asked about Erling Haaland after Manchester City’s victory over Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday afternoon.
Haaland scored twice as City won 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
The Norwegian opened the scoring in the 23rd minute.
Latching onto a kick from Ederson, Haaland rounded Robert Sanchez and sent Adam Webster flying before rolling the ball into an empty net.
He bagged his second just before half-time.
City were given a penalty when Bernardo Silva was adjudged to have been felled by Lewis Dunk inside the box.
Get your Lionel Messi GOAT T-Shirt at the GiveMeSport Shop Haaland stepped up and powered his effort into the corner of the net.
City went on to win 3-1.
Leandro Trossard pulled a goal back but Kevin De Bruyne's vicious strike made the points safe for the home side.
Read more: Kevin De Bruyne scores stunner for Manchester City vs Brighton Guardiola has gone viral for his answer after being asked about Haaland after the match.
In one of his post-match interviews, Guardiola was asked: "Is Haaland the most complete striker you’ve ever coached?” Guardiola thought for a second before replying: "And Messi?" He added: "Absolutely the numbers are incredible and unbelievable.
There's no doubt about his quality.
He's not the best but he's one of the best for sure." Journalist: “Is Haaland the most complete striker you’ve ever coached?” Pep Guardiola: “And Messi?” pic.twitter.com/ZCehFo53TF , All About Argentina 🛎🇦🇷 (@AlbicelesteTalk) October 22, 2022 Journalist: “Is Haaland the most complete striker you’ve ever coached?” Pep Guardiola: “And Messi?” pic.twitter.com/ZCehFo53TF As brilliant as Haaland is, Guardiola clearly thinks he isn't on the same level as the Argentine legend.
Fans have been commenting about the video and Guardiola's admiration for Messi.
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Earlier this month, Guardiola gave his thoughts on the difference between Messi and Haaland.
Read more: Erling Haaland v Lionel Messi: Pep Guardiola explains the difference The interviewer said to Guardiola: “He is different player but when you had Leo Messi, you always expected him to go out and score every game, do you feel that about Erling Haaland?” Speaking on beIN Sports, Guardiola replied: “The difference is Erling needs maybe all his mates you know to do it but when he arrives… unbelievable. “Messi had ability for himself to do it.” You can find all the latest football news and rumours right here: Former wonderkid but injuries ruined my football career (honestly).
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