Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has addressed the contentious incident involving Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes during their 2-2 draw at the Etihad Stadium last month.
In the aftermath of John Stones' late equalizer, Haaland was seen throwing the ball at Magalhaes' head, sparking a heated exchange between the two players. When questioned about the incident, Haaland remained unrepentant.
"I don't regret much in life," Haaland stated. "It was in the heat of the moment, and a lot of stuff happened in that game."
Haaland emphasized that the incident should remain confined to the pitch, saying, "Things that happen on the football pitch stay there, and that's how it is."
The match itself was a thrilling encounter, with both teams trading goals. Haaland opened the scoring in the 9th minute, followed by Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori (22') and Gabriel Magalhaes (45'+1). John Stones secured the equalizer for Manchester City in the 90'+8 minute.
Haaland's refusal to apologize for the incident has sparked debate, with some pundits criticizing his behavior as unprofessional. However, others have defended the striker, citing the intense emotions and competitive nature of the game.
The incident has added fuel to the growing rivalry between Manchester City and Arsenal, with both teams vying for top honors in the Premier League.
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