Haaland finally kept scoreless in Premier League as Man City held to a 1-1 draw at Newcastle

The Norwegian striker, who had scored in each of his first eight Premier League games for City this season, was finally kept off the scoresheet as the champions were held to a 1-1 draw at Newcastle on Saturday.

Haaland had been in sensational form since joining City from Borussia Dortmund in the summer, scoring 14 goals in just eight league games. His latest victim was Wolves, who were thrashed 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium last weekend.

Streak Halted

However, Haaland was unable to continue his scoring streak at St James’ Park. He had a number of chances to score, but was either denied by Newcastle goalkeeper Nick Pope or was unable to make a clean connection with the ball.

City took the lead in the 25th minute through Ilkay Gundogan, who finished off a neat move involving Kevin De Bruyne and Jack Grealish. However, Newcastle equalised just before half-time through Miguel Almiron, who scored from close range after a cross from Kieran Trippier.

Both teams had chances to win the game in the second half, but neither was able to break the deadlock. Haaland had one final chance to score in the dying minutes, but his shot was saved by Pope.

The draw means that City remain top of the Premier League table, but their lead over Arsenal has been cut to two points. Newcastle, meanwhile, move up to third in the table.

Key talking points from the game:

• Haaland’s scoring streak ends: The Norwegian striker had been on fire in the Premier League, but his run of goals came to an end at St James’ Park. He had a number of chances to score, but was unable to make the most of them.
• Newcastle prove they are a force to be reckoned with: The Magpies have been in excellent form this season and they showed why they are a threat to any team in the league. They defended well and took their chance to score when it came.
• City’s title challenge faces a test: The champions are still top of the table, but their lead over Arsenal has been cut to two points. They will need to be at their best to maintain their position.

Haaland’s scoring streak may be over, but he remains one of the most dangerous strikers in the world. City will be hoping that he can rediscover his scoring touch in the coming weeks.

Newcastle, meanwhile, will be looking to build on their impressive start to the season. They are a team on the up and they will be hoping to challenge for a place in Europe.

The draw between City and Newcastle was a fascinating game that had everything. Both teams played their part and it was a fitting end to a thrilling match.

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