Erling Haaland’s Leeds Salute Sparks Reaction After City Triumph
Haaland’s Leeds Salute Sparks Reaction After City
Manchester City cemented their place in the UEFA Champions League last 16 with a commanding 2–0 victory against Galatasaray at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 . Goals from Erling Haaland and Rayan Cherki ensured Pep Guardiola ’s side finished in the top eight of Group Stage standings, securing automatic progression without the need for the playoffs. But beyond the result, one moment from Haaland’s celebration has captured widespread attention — and sparked a surge of reaction from fans across the football world. The Goal That Launched It All Haaland opened the scoring in just the 10th or 11th minute, taking advantage of a well-weighted through ball from teammate Jeremy Doku before delicately chipping the Galatasaray keeper to break his recent drought from open play — his first such goal in several matches. After finding the net, the Norwegian striker wheeled away from the goal in an animated celebration — and many supporters believe he delivered what has been dubbed a “ L…
