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Erling Haaland grabbed his 22nd goal of the season on Tuesday night but it was a special strike for another reason. Manchester City were staring down the barrel of a second consecutive draw and were at risk of squandering their game in hand against a stubborn Brentford until Haaland struck late on. The Norwegian sensation pounced on a slip from Kristoffer Ajer to race through on goal and find the back of the net. The goal secured a crucial three points for City and has moved Pep Guardiola’s side back to within a point of Premier League leaders Liverpool. It was also the reaching of yet another…

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