Manchester City faced a shocking defeat in the Champions League on Tuesday night, losing 3-1 to newcomers Bodo/Glimt. The Premier League team, expected to win comfortably, struggled significantly against the Norwegian side at the Aspmyra Stadion.
This unexpected result places City’s European aspirations in jeopardy and adds mounting pressure on a squad that is showing signs of vulnerability.
“It’s embarrassing” – Haaland’s candid remarks
Erling Haaland, Manchester City’s standout forward, had a particularly disappointing night as he returned to his home country.
Frustrated by an impressive Bodo defense, Haaland found himself isolated and was unable to capitalize on the few chances he had throughout the match.
In a post-match interview with TNT Sports, he showed a willingness to accept responsibility, expressing his discontent with the performance.
He stated, “I don’t have the answers. I take full responsibility for not being able to score. I just want to apologize to every single Man City supporter, especially those who traveled to Bodo. It’s simply embarrassing.”
Erling Haaland: “I don’t have the answers. I take full responsibility for not being able to score.”
“I just want to apologize to everyone; it’s embarrassing,” he told TNT Sports. pic.twitter.com/8DuHVeCjsU
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 20, 2026
Concerns mount for Guardiola
This defeat follows a previous disappointing result in the Manchester Derby, where they were convincingly outplayed by Manchester United under Michael Carrick.
The normally robust City midfield has appeared vulnerable in consecutive matches, allowing Bodo/Glimt to counterattack effectively just days after United dominated possession.
For the second match running, Haaland found the opposition capable of nullifying his threat.
As the season reaches a crucial stage, Guardiola faces the daunting challenge of integrating new players and restoring confidence in the squad if they are to salvage their ambitions for silverware.
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