Erling Haaland reaction to Man City substitution vs Young Boys is bad news for Manchester United

Haaland emphatically ends another drought

Erling Haaland hadn't scored in his previous six European matches for Manchester City, and it looked like his goalless run may continue at Young Boys when he spurned three good chances on a frustrating night in general for City's attackers. When Rodri was tapped on the ankle for a fortunate penalty, Haaland was never going to miss for his first Champions League goal of the season from his 16th shot. (Although he almost did as he went for power down the middle rather than placement.)

A smart assist for Julian Alvarez was chalked off for a handball in the build-up, which would have given him a third of last season's assist total after just 14 games. Still, while he remained frustrated with his finishing, his second goal looked like it was scored by a player full of confidence as he shifted the ball onto his right and curled into the top corner.

That is the beauty of Haaland. He always knows another chance is coming, and he is often favourite to score that chance. When he went off, he needed a prolonged chat with Pep Guardiola to cheer him up, looking glum despite his brace. That is bad news for Manchester United, up next, who will have to contend with a striker finding different ways to score, yet still angry with himself that he is missing the 'easier' chances.

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Nunes fails to back up Pep praise

Matheus Nunes sat on the bench against Brighton but was namechecked after the game by Pep Guardiola who said he could have started in a team he struggled to decide on. Nunes was given his start at Young Boys, playing in the advanced position behind Erling Haaland