Manchester City sensation Erling Haaland received a delightful birthday surprise from his teammates during their pre-season tour in Tokyo. The Premier League Golden Boot winner turned 23 on Friday, and celebrations were in full swing as Jack Grealish warmly welcomed the Norwegian striker into a room adorned with a birthday cake and a chorus of happy birthday wishes.
As part of their pre-season preparations for the upcoming season, Manchester City has embarked on a tour of Asia, with friendly matches scheduled in Japan and South Korea. The squad is gearing up to defend their hard-earned titles in the Champions League, Premier League, and FA Cup.
For Haaland, the pre-season tour holds added significance as he aims to regain full fitness after a well-deserved break following his remarkable 36-goal haul, earning him the prestigious Golden Boot last season. The ambitious striker is determined to surpass his own extraordinary record and continue his goal-scoring prowess in the Premier League.
The friendly fixtures kick off with Manchester City facing Yokohama F. Marinos, providing Haaland and his fellow stars the perfect opportunity to fine-tune their skills and build the team’s cohesion ahead of the new season.
The birthday celebration in Tokyo served as a heartwarming moment for the Norwegian forward, who is undoubtedly appreciative of the camaraderie and support from his teammates at Manchester City. As Haaland enjoys his special day, the fans eagerly await his return to the pitch, anticipating more goals and brilliance from this remarkable talent in the coming season.
