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Erling Haaland is back: Pep Guardiola confirms Norwegian striker is 'ready' for Man City's trip to points record-equalling Southampton

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Manchester City
Premier League

Erling Haaland is 'ready' to return to action after more than a month on the sidelines, ahead of Manchester City's clash with Southampton.

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  • Haaland could feature for the first time since 30 March
  • City sit third after four consecutive PL wins
  • Southampton require a point to avoid equalling Derby's record
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Speaking in his press conference this afternoon, Pep Guardiola confirmed star striker Haaland is ready to feature on Saturday - after seven matches out with an ankle injury sustained during City's FA Cup quarter-final victory at Bournemouth.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Haaland's return will surely boost the Citizens' chances of securing Champions League qualification for a 15th consecutive season. Guardiola's side sit third in the league, and need just six points from their final three league games to secure European football next season.

  • WHAT GUARDIOLA SAID

    Guardiola said: "He’s ready. He’s ready, he's fit. To start? We will decide tomorrow."

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  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Haaland has struck 21 goals in 28 PL appearances this season but City have continued their resurgence in his absence, picking up 16 points out of the last 18 and reaching the FA Cup final.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR CITY?

    After they visit St. Mary's, City face Crystal Palace in the FA Cup Final on 17th May before encounters against Bournemouth and Fulham decide their league fate.

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