Erling Haaland

Manchester City · Norway

STFM26 launch age 25Pressing

SCOUTING SUMMARY

Elite penalty-box striker and depth runner

PLAYING STYLEOccupies centre-backs, attacks scoring zones and adapts movement to direct passes and supporting runners.

Elite penalty-box striker and depth runner. Independent FM26 role-based assessment.

STRENGTHSBox movement; power; finishing profile

RISKSAggressive movement needs coordinated support; otherwise intensity can create gaps or reduce efficiency.

DEVELOPMENT AREASCombination play, pressing triggers and consistency when space behind is unavailable.

OUTLOOKHigh-level option with immediate value and an elite long-term ceiling.

FM26 SYSTEM FIT

High press / fast transition suits this ST profile when the surrounding roles protect its main strengths and limit unnecessary responsibilities.

PRIMARY SYSTEMHigh press / fast transition

SUGGESTED ROLEPressing Forward · Attack

KEY TEAM INSTRUCTIONAttack space early and lead the first defensive action.