In a tense match between Manchester City and Arsenal, Erling Haaland found himself in a heated exchange with Arsenal’s Gabriel Magalhães.

The game, which ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw after Manchester City equalized in the final minute, saw tempers flare when Haaland threw the ball at Gabriel’s head following the goal. The two players had been clashing throughout the game, engaging in multiple confrontations as emotions ran high.

Recently, Haaland addressed the incident in an interview, downplaying the altercation and stating, “What happens on the pitch, happens on the pitch. That’s the way it is.” His words suggest that while the tension was palpable during the match, he harbors no ill will towards Gabriel. It was merely a reflection of the heat of the moment.

Haaland’s calm response shows his focus on the competitive nature of football, where intense emotions often lead to such moments. Both players were fighting hard for their respective teams, and for Haaland, it’s all part of the game. His ability to brush it off speaks to his maturity and his desire to move forward without any lingering animosity.