Pep Guardiola hailed Erling Haaland's mental strength after the prolific Norwegian struck twice in Manchester City's 2-1 defeat of Brentford.Haaland had been a doubt for Saturday's Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium following the death of a close family friend.City manager Pep Guardiola had allowed the player compassionate leave but he opted to stay and play.

Pep Guardiola hailed Erling Haaland's mental strength after the prolific Norwegian struck twice in Manchester City's 2-1 defeat of Brentford.Haaland had been a doubt for Saturday's Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium following the death of a close family friend.City manager Pep Guardiola had allowed the player compassionate leave but he opted to stay and play.