During the interview, Sky Sports reporter Patrick Davison reminded Haaland he could not swear, to which Haaland responded by saying that everyone swears a little bit in their lives. Presenter Dave Jones later apologized to viewers for the language used. This is not the first time Haaland has been caught swearing on live TV; he has done so after City's win over Leicester in 2024, after his debut against West Ham, and when City won the league in 2023.
Broadcast regulator Ofcom states that the most offensive language cannot be aired before 9pm, but it is unknown whether the interview aired before that time or if Ofcom will take any action against Sky Sports. The exact wording of Davison's reminder to Haaland is also unclear, and it is not known how many viewers complained about the language. In the match, Haaland scored the decisive goal, and he was involved in a confrontation with Arsenal defender Gabriel, with some suggesting Gabriel was lucky not to be sent off after pushing his head forward.
According to Daily Mail - Sport, Haaland described the cross for his goal and his interaction with Gabriel, noting he told Gabriel he was like Cannavaro and commenting on the physical nature of the game. Whether Gabriel will face any disciplinary action from the FA for the head-pushing incident remains uncertain.