Antonio Nusa said he plans to write Erling Haaland a message before RB Leipzig's Champions League meeting with Manchester City at the Red Bull Arena on Wednesday. It will be the first time he has faced his national team captain in a competitive club fixture.
Nusa on Haaland
Nusa said: "He's a great guy. I'm looking forward to seeing him. Hopefully we can win. I will write him a message."
Match setting
The Champions League game will be played at the Red Bull Arena. It will be the first time Nusa has faced his national team captain Haaland in a competitive club fixture.
Demichelis' view
Martin Demichelis said: "It is difficult to defend against him. We have to be honest: He is in outstanding shape and really makes the difference."
GOAL statistics
Haaland has scored 12 goals in eight appearances against Leipzig for Borussia Dortmund and Manchester City, according to GOAL. That includes five goals in Manchester City's 7-0 win in the Champions League round of 16 in March 2023, according to GOAL. Haaland has scored four times in the Champions League this season, according to GOAL. Leipzig have one win from their first three continental outings, according to GOAL.
