Haaland is UEFA Player of the Year

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has been named UEFA Men’s Player of the Year for the 2022–23 season. The Norwegian edged teammate Kevin De Bruyne and Inter Miami star, Lionel Messi to the award.  Haaland joined the Citizens at the start of last season from Borussia Dortmund. 

The 22-year-old was instrumental to Manchester City’s success in the Champions League as they defeated Inter Milan 1-0 to win the trophy for the first time in their history. Haaland scored 36 goals in 35 games for Manchester City last season, winning the highest goal scorer award.

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