Erling Haaland has recalled the time he and Dad Alfie “went crazy” when Sergio Aguero scored his unforgettable 2011/12 title-winning goal against QPR. It’s a moment that has frequently been named as the most memorable in Premier League history, and Haaland said his recollection of the day is still crystal clear a decade on.
Julian Alvarez wants to imitate Sergio Aguero but also forge his own Man City legacy
01.08.2022 - 20:03 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A 3-1 defeat to Liverpool in the Community Shield is not exactly how Manchester City would have wanted to start their season, but for Julian Alvarez, things didn't pan out too badly.
Of course, City's new Argentinian striker would have wanted to win, but he did manage to score his first goal on English soil after coming off the bench in the second half.
Having featured in all three of City's pre-season games, excitement among City fans is building around a player it was thought would need a little longer to adapt to Pep Guardiola's side and the Premier League.
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While it is still very early days, the 22-year-old looks ready to make an instant impact in sky blue, whether that be through a central striking position, on the flank or wherever Guardiola decides to slot him in.
From what we have seen of Alvarez so far, it is hard not to draw comparisons with City's Argentinian legend Sergio Aguero. Like Kun, Alvarez clearly has an insatiable appetite for goals, while his stature and hustling style of play is similar to that of City's all-time leading goalscorer.
Aguero himself certainly rates his compatriot extremely highly. "Julian is mature, over time he will continue to learn things, he is learning more and more, and Manchester City bought him for a reason," he said of Alvarez. "He is a good kid, he's a phenomenon, shy and quiet."
Speaking to City for the latest issue of the club's official digital magazine, Alvarez opened up on what it means to be praised by his idol, and how he hopes to have a similar impact in Manchester. "Yes, it is a joy, a pride, that Kun says these things about me," he said.
"I shared good moments with him [Aguero]. I have
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