Erling Haaland's recent dip in form is a cause for concern for Manchester City. The prolific striker, who was a goal-scoring machine last season, has seemingly lost his edge in front of the net. Umir Irfan, BBC Sport's football tactics correspondent, analyzes why Haaland's scoring rate has slowed down and how Pep Guardiola can get him back on track.

Haaland's struggles coincide with a shift in how opponents are defending against City. Teams are employing more defensive tactics, making it harder for the Norwegian to find space. Guardiola may need to adjust his game plan, perhaps by incorporating more crosses or utilizing different attacking patterns to create opportunities for their star forward.

This slump is unusual because Haaland's goal-scoring record is usually phenomenal. A key factor is the service he receives from his teammates. The team needs to create more clear-cut chances. Getting Haaland firing again is vital for City's hopes of winning the Premier League title. The team will be watching his next game closely.