Before the Leeds match, Pep Guardiola warns Haaland

Prior to his visit to his birthplace, Erling Haaland has been cautioned by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola not to anticipate any flattery from Leeds United.

When Manchester City plays Leeds United at Elland Road on Wednesday night, Haaland will get more more attention than normal.

Haaland was born in the West Yorkshire city in 2000, during his father Alf-three-year Inge’s stint as a defender with the Whites. He has scored 24 goals in 19 games for Guardiola’s team.

The Norwegian international grew up rooting for both Leeds and Man City, where Alf-Inge later played.

“The contest won’t be friendly. We want to win, and they do too. At his pre-match news conference before to Man City’s matchup with Leeds United, Guardiola said that the supporters of the opposing club will support them.

“Hopefully the kind comments from the rival won’t taint Erling. Jesse would probably want to play on the field with our top players, therefore I believe he will be ready.