Off the PitchThe GuardianUnverified source· 9 Sept 2026
Haaland claims Porto player grabbed his bottom
Erling Haaland says a Porto midfielder got handsy during Manchester City's win.
E. Haaland
player
Who
Erling Haaland
What
Alleged bottom grab by Pablo Rosario
When
92nd minute of match
Where
Porto vs Manchester City
What happened. Erling Haaland claimed Pablo Rosario grabbed his bottom during Manchester City's 2-0 win at Porto, an incident he called 'a little interesting'.
- Haaland scored both goals in the match.
- Both players were booked after grappling and going to ground.
- Haaland said he was keen on a hat-trick.
“It was a little interesting, that – you'll be seeing a picture where he's grabbing my bottom.”
— Erling Haaland
Haaland also revealed heading practice with his dad helped him score the opener.
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