In the Manchester derby, a key match in the 22nd round of the Premier League, Manchester United defeated Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford. During halftime, Manchester United fans' taunts of Haaland's father, who was wearing the number 9 soccer shirt, sparked heated debate.

Haaland's father was the victim of a retaliatory tackle by Keane in the 2001 Manchester derby, leading to his retirement in 2002. The Manchester United fans' actions were malicious taunts. Haaland, his face turning ashen, was escorted into the players' tunnel.

After the match, Erling Haaland posted a photo on social media of himself and his family wearing Manchester City jersey, with the caption: "Still 8 points behind? Keep chasing." After this match, there is indeed an 8-point gap between Manchester City and Manchester United. Manchester City has 43 points and is currently second in the league, while Manchester United has 35 points, 8 points behind Manchester City, and is currently fifth in the league, 1 point behind fourth-placed Liverpool.