After Manchester City’s victory against Nottingham Forest, the mood in the dressing room was relaxed and cheerful. Donnarumma joked about his weight check, before Erling Haaland playfully teased him in the comments. A moment that highlighted the strong bond within the Manchester City squad.
Manchester City made a strong statement on Saturday by winning away at Nottingham Forest (2–1), led by an excellent Rayan Cherki, who scored a goal and provided an assist. Beyond the sporting achievement, it was the post-match atmosphere in the City dressing room that caught attention.
A playful exchange that reflects team spirit
On social media, the players shared their good mood, notably through a humorous exchange between Gianluigi Donnarumma and Erling Haaland. The Italian goalkeeper posted a message on Instagram: “Christmas 2025: 3 points and a successful weight check. See you next year, Cityzens!”, humorously referring to Pep Guardiola’s strict fitness standards.
Haaland gives Donnarumma a new nickname every week 😭 pic.twitter.com/yfC2Se2crP
— 𝐄 🇧🇻 (@ErlingProp) December 27, 2025
The post did not go unnoticed by Erling Haaland. True to his sense of humor, the Norwegian striker replied in the comments: “You can eat now, DonnaKebabRumma,” sparking plenty of laughter among fans. A light-hearted moment that perfectly reflects the strong chemistry and positive momentum currently driving Manchester City.
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