Erling Haaland injury update: How long will Dortmund striker be out for?

Since his move to Borussia Dortmund in January this year, striker Erling Haaland has emerged as key to Lucian Favre’s side. Norwegian youngster has alrey broken some key records, more so at European level as he continues to score day in and day out. But Dortmund superstar has suffered a major setback after sustaining a hamstring injury which saw him miss out on his team’s Champions League draw against Lazio on Wednesday.

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Erling Haaland injury update: Striker suffers hamstring injury

Dortmund manager Favre provided an Erling Haaland injury update in pre-match presser before Wednesday clash, confirmed that he will not be available for game against Lazio. manager revealed that youngster h a torn hamstring, which could see him miss out of action at least for next four weeks.

Favre insists Haaland will not be able to play until January, a major shocker for Dortmund in ir Bundesliga as well as Champions League campaign. And his absence proved detrimental against Lazio as Serie A giants held Dortmund to a draw on Wednesday.

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Dortmund vs Lazio highlights: Game ends in a draw as Haaland return possible in January 

A defeat against Lazio could have halted a march for Dortmund in Champions League Round of 16. But  hosts appeared to be steering towards a win when Raphael Guerreiro fired home opener just before end of first half. But Cirro Immobile moved in direction of halting Dortmund's march to Round of 16, at least temporarily. Italian striker netted from second half to equalise from spot. 

draw takes Lazio's tally to nine points in Group F of Champions League. Meanwhile, Bundesliga heavyweights continue to maintain ir firm hold at top with a point more than Lazio and have sealed a spot in Round of 16. A victory against Club Brugge in final game of group stage will ensure Lazio progress in Round of 16.

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Haaland contract runs until 2024 

Meanwhile, Haaland, who is bound by a contract until 2024 with Signal Iduna Park, has racked up 17 goals in 14 appearances across all competitions. He has also managed three assists this season, proving his importance under Favre having yet to complete a full season in Germany. 

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