Partner 'unhappy' with the scratches on Haaland’s body by EPL defenders

Erling Haaland has said that his partner "isn't happy" about the number of scratches on his body after the physical battles with Premier League defenders.

The Norwegian striker and Arsenal centre-back Gabriel were involved in a number of altercations during Manchester City's 2-1 win at the Etihad Stadium at the weekend.

At one point, Haaland had to remove his torn undershirt.

Pep Guardiola has called for referees to be stronger in penalising the grappling Haaland experiences in most matches.

But City's No.9 doesn't think he'll ever get more protection -- which might invite more questions from his long-term partner, Isabel

"I think my shirt got a bit pulled!" Haaland said about his duels with Gabriel.

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"I didn't get the foul, this is the Premier League nowadays. It's wrestling here and there. A lot of duels. A lot of scratches. Sometimes my missus is not so happy about this, it looks a bit wrong! But that's the reality."

Gabriel was fortunate not be sent off at the Etihad after pushing his head into Haaland when pair squared up in the second half.

"I think that is a red card, most of you agree with me on this," Haaland said.

"If I go down, it's a red card. I would never do this.

"My father taught me this -- stay on your feet and don't be a... it starts with P. That's the reality. Maybe yes I should have gone down, maybe it would be easier, but I didn't and I got a yellow card for it."