Rob Holding, a Premier League player, has praised Manchester City striker Erling Haaland for his exceptional movement and physicality on the pitch, particularly in creating space and scoring opportunities.

Holding, speaking in a video on the Timbsy YouTube channel, highlighted Haaland’s ability to use his physicality to his advantage. He noted that Haaland has exceptional timing in bumping and positioning himself to create space for a finish.

According to Holding, Haaland’s timing is top-notch, allowing him to make it look like he has ample space when, in reality, he’s creating that space through his well-timed movements before a cross is delivered.

Holding also mentioned that while other strikers attempt similar maneuvers, Haaland’s timing and ability to read the game stand out. He emphasized that Haaland benefits from having the ball delivered precisely where he needs it, which contributes to his impressive goal-scoring record.

Haaland had a remarkable season, scoring 52 goals in 53 appearances in all competitions, establishing himself as one of the top strikers in England. Holding’s insights shed light on the intelligence and game-reading abilities that contribute to Haaland’s prolific goal-scoring.

Holding’s observations could also provide valuable insights for other defenders in the Premier League on how to counter Haaland’s movements and limit his goal-scoring opportunities in the future.