Leicester Jamu Manchester City, Brendan Rodgers Please Haaland Main

JAKARTA - Leicester City is scheduled to host Manchester City at the King Power Stadium in the 13th week of the 2022-2023 Premier League. Ahead of Saturday's match, October 29, Brendan Rodgers, the home coach, hopes for Erling Haaland's presence at his headquarters.

Previously, Haaland only played one round while defending The Citizens on the Champions League stage against Borussia Dortmund. He did not continue his appearance because he had a fever. He also experienced leg problems which made him possibly absent from the match against Leicester.

This situation should be profitable for Leicester, because there is no need to work hard to reduce Haaland's vicious game. However, Rodgers actually felt another view.

The coach hopes Haaland's presence because he wants to see his best players show off to reduce the opponent's game.

"I really hope he (Erling Haaland) plays. He's a brilliant player. Everyone can see his talent," said the Northern Ireland tactician.

Rodgers continued that Haaland was not only physically superior. The dropout from the academy is considered to have intelligence in reading the game.

Evidently, the 22-year-old striker did not just run when he was creative in the opponent's defense area. Haaland has also collected 22 goals from 16 matches in all competitions this season.

"He has the hunger to be the best he can show. I hope he plays. It's good to measure your level, against top talent. He's a top talent," said Rodgers.

Overall, the former Liverpool coach thinks Man City has a series of qualified ammunition. Apart from Haaland, there are still many people who can make a difference at the club when they visit the King Power Stadium.