Novak Djokovic enthusiastic about Erling Haaland
Norway did not qualify for the 2022 World Cup. Which doesn't detract from Novak Djokovic's enthusiasm for Erling Haaland. In the end, he was missing in the crucial qualifying games.
by SID
last edit: Nov 17, 2021, 11:22 pm
Erling Haaland (21) not only inspires the football world with his goals, the exceptional Borussia Dortmund striker can also call one of the best tennis players in history a fan. Grand Slam record champion Novak Djokovic went into raptures on Wednesday on the sidelines of the ATP Finals in Turin when he was asked about the currently injured Norwegian young star. "He's incredibly impressive," said the number one tennis player.
Although he is not a football expert, said Djokovic: "But as a fan, I'm super impressed with his skills and his goals so far. It's unbelievable." Haaland is "definitely one of the best young players of the past few decades. I like his confidence and his work ethic."
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He had even spoken to the 21-year-old on the phone, said Djokovic: "But we haven't had the opportunity to meet in person. Hopefully we'll be able to do that soon and then we can play a little football and tennis together."
It's no secret that Djokovic is also a big football fan. On Sunday, the 20-time Grand Slam winner shared a video on social media as he cheered the Serbian national team's dramatic qualification for the 2022 World Cup. And during the season finale for the best tennis player of the year in Turin, he was also visited by Zlatan Ibrahimovic. "He's a dear friend," said Djokovic of the Swedish star striker: "It's always a pleasure to meet him."