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Erling Haaland prefers to stay 'in his own zone' | Football News - The Times of India

By Moushumi Bora

Erling Haaland prefers to stay 'in his own zone' | Football News - The Times of India

The defender's nightmare has another dream record to add to his collection. A goal against his old club Dortmund midweek saw him become the first player to score in five consecutive Champions League games for three different clubs, Salzburg his first love in the striker's marauding run.I saw a film today, oh boy. It was a day in the life of superstar Erling Haaland -- how he loves his eggs sunny side up and his morning coffee laced with maple syrup, drunk from a mug titled 'good vibes only'. He can barbecue a mean 'tomahawk' steak, with a little help from his girlfriend Isabel, who assists with a bearnaise sauce. Does Gordon Ramsay live next door?There's a bit about LED red light therapy also, and ice baths, along with a section on his liking for raw milk which reportedly unleashed this whole new debate in England. "It's all about maintaining high energy levels, staying motivated and doing what's best for both my body and my mind so I'm prepared for whatever comes next," Haaland told TOI in an exclusive interaction facilitated by JioHotstar.So far, the documentary uploaded on his YouTube channel has 6.7m views. You can see the big bear, but you don't see the little one. "My life has changed a bit since my son was born, so there are some new routines and responsibilities compared to previous seasons," he added.Being a father and unwinding at home has definitely helped the 25-year-old reach a new level of prolificacy -- Liverpool, beware, he has already scored 13 goals in 10 EPL games -- and this bundle of joy has added more lightness to his power-packed frame. "I've never felt better," Haaland had alluded to this welcome change after scoring five goals in a Norwegian demolition of Moldova in Sept. "You need the balance between focusing and the opposite -- not focusing at all."The defender's nightmare has another dream record to add to his collection. A goal against his old club Dortmund midweek saw him become the first player to score in five consecutive Champions League games for three different clubs, Salzburg his first love in the striker's marauding run.No wonder, City coach Pep Guardiola has started comparing him to the untouchables Messi and Ronaldo, in terms of influencing a team. "I should not think I am something just because I'm scoring goals. I'm just Erling and this will never change," Haaland gave some classic quotes, downplaying Pep's tall praise.The 'boyhood blue' who was born a month after his father Alf-Inge joined the City of Maine Road, however, did say he was the 'same Erling but with more experience'. And more guidance from the master teacher, who will be in charge of his 1000th game as a manager, against Liverpool at home this Sunday. "Since joining City, Guardiola has significantly helped me refine my movements and put myself in positions where I can score," Haaland told TOI. "He's a genius, and his support has played a big role in my development as a goal scorer."Will he score and help City keep up with Arsenal and put daylight between them and Liverpool? "I try not to focus too much on other people's expectations. It's important to keep my mind clear, not overthink. There's always pressure, but I prefer to stay in my own zone, whether things go as planned or not.""I keep reminding myself to keep perspective," said 'Just Erling', the 6ft 4in 'kid' from agrarian Byrne. His local hop to a Cheshire farm, among other things, keeps him grounded.(WATCH MANCHESTER CITY VS LIVERPOOL IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE ON NOV 9, LIVE & EXCLUSIVE ON STAR SPORTS NETWORK AND JIOHOTSTAR)

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