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Manchester City's Erling Haaland returned to form by scoring the winner against Brentford. AFP
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Erling Haaland scores against Brentford on Tuesday. PA
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Erling Haaland celebrates with Bernardo Silva and Rodri at the Etihad Stadium. Getty Images
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gives indications to Jeremy Doku. AFP
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Brentford manager Thomas Frank greets Pep Guardiola. PA
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Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring his team;s first goal against Brentford at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. AFP
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Manchester City's Erling Haaland runs past a stumbling Kristoffer Ajer of Brentford at the Etihad Stadium. PA
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Manchester City's Erling Haaland returned to form by scoring the winner against Brentford. AFP
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Erling Haaland scores against Brentford on Tuesday. PA
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Erling Haaland celebrates with Bernardo Silva and Rodri at the Etihad Stadium. Getty Images
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Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gives indications to Jeremy Doku. AFP
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Brentford manager Thomas Frank greets Pep Guardiola. PA
Pep Guardiola warns 'don't criticise' Erling Haaland as Man City star returns to form
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