"Antonio was the bigger talent" – Norwegian coach reflects on working with Nusa and Haaland ahead of RB Leipzig vs Man City clash
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5-second readHaving coached both Antonio Nusa and Erling Haaland, Gaute Larsen believes the former showed greater potential during their younger years


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Two Norwegian stars go head-to-head on Wednesday night as Antonio Nusa and RB Leipzig welcome Erling Haaland and Manchester City to the Red Bull Arena in the Champions League.
Having coached Haaland at Bryne FK and Nusa at Stabæk Fotball, Gaute Larsen knows both players well and has shared some fascinating insights into their formative years ahead of Wednesday’s clash.
Larsen, who first watched Nusa play when the Norwegian winger was just 13 or 14, told RB Leipzig’s club media. “Antonio was exceptional on the ball.
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