Sat May 10 15:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Haaland Returns to City Lineup, Golden Boot Hopes Dim
**Manchester, England** – Manchester City striker Erling Haaland made his long-awaited return to the starting lineup on Saturday against Southampton, ending a six-week absence due to an ankle injury sustained against Bournemouth on March 30th. The match marked Haaland’s first appearance since the injury. While his return boosts City ahead of next weekend’s FA Cup final against Crystal Palace, his chances of securing a third consecutive Premier League Golden Boot appear slim. With 21 goals, Haaland trails Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah by seven goals heading into the final matches of the season.
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