Robot Celebrations Reboot: Haaland Imitates Crouch in City’s Win
3 November 2025
Haaland Revives the Robot Celebration
Erling Haaland, the Norwegian phenomenon, opened the scoring for Manchester City on Sunday, reviving Peter Crouch's famous robot celebration that once lit up England's grounds.
According to The Mirror, Crouch joked that he started the motion so others could run with it, acknowledging how the gesture inspired future imitators.
The robot first appeared in 2006 when Crouch celebrated for England, and Haaland brought it back during City's clash with Bournemouth in the afternoon kickoff.
From Towering Striker to Modern Icon
Haaland's goal helped City secure a vital win as he continues his blistering form this season, bringing his tally to 13 league goals and 17 in all competitions.
Pep Guardiola lauded Haaland's mix of ruthless finishing, hunger, and discipline, noting that he can rival the best players in the world in moments.
Crouch, who retired in 2019 after more than 700 games and 200 goals, has celebrated his iconic celebration with humor, and the robot remains a fixture in English football lore.
The piece also highlights Haaland's edge in attack, with City back on track after a tough away day, and two big matches ahead, demanding focus.
Punchlines: 1) If football were a sniper duel, Haaland would never miss. 2) The robot keeps rebooting—every goal is a fresh software update.
