Man City’s Haaland praises teammate Silva following Arsenal victory, calling him ‘like Cannavaro’ on.

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland found himself in some controversy after celebrating his team's 2-1 victory over Arsenal on Sunday.

This victory brought Manchester City within three points of the Premier League summit, with Haaland’s squad still having a game in hand.

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The match started with an early goal from Cherki, followed by a misstep from Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma that allowed Kai Havertz to level the score shortly after.

Despite Arsenal's strong effort, the Norwegian forward netted a goal in the second half, right after the Gunners hit the woodwork.

Following the game, Haaland was interviewed by Sky Sport alongside teammate Bernardo Silva.

While discussing a header won by the Portuguese midfielder against Swedish forward Victor Gyokeres, Haaland compared Silva to “like f***ing Cannavaro” – referencing the legendary Italy defender and Ballon d'Or winner.

Sky had to apologise for the striker’s language, which has been censored in all public statements.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: Nico O’Reilly, Gianluigi Donnarumma Manchester City celebrate after the team’s victory in the Premier League match between Manchester City and Newcastle United at Etihad Stadium on February 21, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Watch: Haaland compares Silva to Cannavaro after win over Arsenal