UCL: Congratulations to Rudiger – Guardiola warns Real Madrid about Haaland

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UCL: Congratulations to Rudiger – Guardiola warns Real Madrid about Haaland

Manchester City boss, Pep Guardiola has warned Real Madrid that they will see a different Erland Haaland during their Champions League semi-final second leg on Wednesday.

Haaland endured a tough night at The Bernabeu with Antonio Rudiger winning their duel.

The Norwegian striker had only 21 touches against Madrid.

However, Haaland has scored 35 of his 51 goals at the Etihad.

With the return leg at home, Guardiola is hoping Haaland will flourish back on familiar territory, with his teammates also stepping up their performances.

“So congratulations to Rudiger. For Erling, we cannot forget, at 22 years old it is the first time he has played in the semi-finals of the Champions League.

“If the team can play a little bit better in some departments that we are thinking for Wednesday, maybe it will be easier for him,” Guardiola said.