Guardiola and Haaland involved in heated argument after dramatic Man City win

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was seen in a passionate on-pitch discussion with star striker Erling Haaland immediately following his team's dramatic late win over Leeds at the Etihad Stadium.

City secured a crucial three points thanks to a last-gasp winner from Phil Foden, which saved the team's blushes after they had let a two-goal advantage slip.

Haaland, who had an unusually quiet game and failed to score, appeared visibly frustrated at the final whistle. He was quickly engaged by his manager in what looked like an amicable but intense disagreement.

Footage captured Guardiola grabbing Haaland by the waist with both hands while making his point. The Norwegian striker, covering his mouth, responded to his manager with an exasperated smile, seemingly trying to move away from the prolonged interaction.

However, the Spanish manager was determined to convey his message, continuing the animated exchange for about 30 seconds and even hugging his player in the process.

Statistically, it was a rare off-day for Haaland, who registered only one shot, 0.13 expected goals, and no direct goal involvements.

This uncharacteristic performance likely contributed to his frustration, though City ultimately managed to secure the victory without his usual goalscoring heroics.

The decisive moment came in stoppage time when Foden found space on the edge of the box and fired a shot into the bottom corner to seal the win.