Manchester United fans are feeling a sense of unease after witnessing Erling Haaland’s exceptional five-goal performance against Luton Town. The Norwegian sensation replicated a feat he previously achieved during his time at City, scoring five goals in a single game. His first instance of achieving this milestone was in a dominant victory against RB Leipzig in the Champions League knockouts last season, and he repeated the feat in the FA Cup fixture at Kenilworth Road on Tuesday evening.
Haaland was responsible for all but one of City’s six goals, with four of them being assisted by the outstanding Kevin De Bruyne. He secured a first-half hat-trιck and added two more goals in the second half. With Manchester United set to face City in their upcoming match at the Etihad on Sunday, United fans have valid concerns about Haaland’s incredible form in front of goal.
Some fans expressed their apprehension, with one stating, “Erling Haaland finding form to dunk on my Manchester United next.” Another comment read, “Man United funeral coming soon.” The significant impact of Haaland and De Bruyne was highlighted in another fan’s remark: “Haaland and De Bruyne will be playing Onana and Manchester United on Sunday.” The performance left United supporters shaken, as evidenced by a comment that said, “Manchester United fans are shaking right now after seeing Haaland bag five goals in a single match.” Another fan mentioned Erik ten Hag, the manager of Ajax, who will face Haaland in the Champions League, stating, “Haaland’s next match is against Manchester United. Erik ten Hag must be shivering.”
It should be noted that Haaland scored a hat-trιck against United at the Etihad last season and scored two goals in the reverse fixture at Old Trafford. City did suffer a setback during the game as Jack Grealish, who had recently returned to the starting XI, had to be substituted due to what seemed to be a recurrence of his groin problem. Grealish appeared visibly upset and received consolation from his City teammates and staff while sitting on the bench.