Manchester City star player Erling Haaland made K-Pop idol Kim Jisoo’s day during his visit to Seoul, South Korea. Fans were surprised to see the worlds of K-Pop and soccer collide in their recent interaction.
Erling Haaland recently shared a picture with BLACKPINK member Kim Jisoo while holding a Manchester City shirt. The picture has taken the internet into a frenzy as the interaction between the pair is one of the most unexpected things to happen.
When in Seoul… 🇰🇷 pic.twitter.com/KAyQ1bKvjd
— Erling Haaland (@ErlingHaaland) July 28, 2023
Korean girl group member Jisoo recently shared in her interview with Elle Korea that she often cries due to her tough schedule and group activities. BLACKPINK is one of the most popular girl groups in the world. Therefore, with popularity comes a lot of attention and criticism. Thus, the singer often finds it hard to handle the pressure of being an idol.
Fans are hoping that the meeting with the Norwegian star might have helped the idol as the player’s fans have showered her with praise because of the meeting.
Erling Haaland is currently in South Korea for Manchester City’s preseason tour in Japan and South Korea. Furthermore, he is expected to play in the match against Atletico Madrid at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.
Pep Guardiola gives fans an update about Erling Haaland’s health condition
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola provides an update on Haaland’s condition before the start of the Premier League. The manager is expecting him to continue his record-breaking performance this season as well.
In a post-match interview the manager shared, “Comparing to last season, in that period, he is fitter. I know we would love for this to be like last season.”
Guardiola further added, “He looks good, but he is still a way from the best condition, like everyone. What’s important is the rhythm and the principles. We know exactly what he has to do, we know him, and in a few weeks, we will be better condition than now.”
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says Erling Haaland is ‘fitter’ and ‘much better’ than last season, when he arrived at the club 💪📈 pic.twitter.com/YAfyH8VE6z
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 23, 2023
Erling Haaland broke the record for most Premier League goals in a single season last season. He also holds the record for the most goals scored by an English club in the UEFA Champions League. Furthermore, he also helped Manchester City to win their first-ever treble last season.
The player came off the bench in the match against Yokohama F. Marinos. He registered two goals to his name in their 5-0 win in the friendly match. Therefore, the 23-year-old is expected to continue his goalscoring record next season as well.
