'He is an Animal' - Fernández on Erling Haaland after Champions League masterclass

Manchester City midfielder Enzo Fernández has showered praise on Erling Haaland after their instant on-field chemistry powered Maresca's side to a 2-0 UEFA Champions League victory over Porto.

The Argentine midfielder, who completed a high-profile move from Chelsea, wasted little time making his mark in Europe's biggest club competition. On his Champions League debut for City, Fernández set up Haaland's opening goal as the Norwegian superstar scored twice against Porto.

Speaking after the victory at the Estádio do Dragão, Fernández described Haaland as one of football's most unstoppable forwards and vowed to keep creating chances for him.

Fernández did not hide his admiration for his new teammate after the final whistle.

“Haaland is an animal, a beast. Every time I'm on the pitch, I will look for him. Hopefully, I can give him more assists," he said.

The Argentine also revealed that settling into life at Manchester City has been easier thanks to the support of his teammates.

He singled out Haaland for making him feel welcome from the moment he arrived at the club.

He added, “Haaland is not just a great player but an amazing human being as well. He welcomed me here and has helped me.”

The Norwegian striker's brace added another remarkable chapter to his European career.

Haaland has now scored 59 goals in 59 UEFA Champions League matches, a record that places him seventh on the competition's all-time scoring list despite still being in the early years of his career.