Guardiola Shrugs Off Haaland Drought as Champions League Stakes Rise

Pep Guardiola played down concerns over Erling Haaland’s form before Manchester City host Galatasaray in the Champions League.
Guardiola joked he did not know Haaland’s freshness because they “did not have dinner together”.
Haaland has failed to score from open play in seven matches after dropping to the bench against Wolves.
City need a big win to boost hopes of automatic qualification for the last 16.
Guardiola insisted better team play will restore Haaland’s scoring.
Elsewhere, Antonio Conte faces a decisive clash as injury-hit Napoli host Chelsea.
Barcelona also chase a top-eight finish as they welcome Copenhagen despite key midfield absences.