Norwegian striker Erling Haaland has written another historic chapter. He became the quickest player to score 100 Premier League goals. This milestone marks a remarkable achievement for Manchester City’s star.
Haaland achieved this incredible feat on Tuesday. It happened during City’s clash with Fulham at Craven Cottage. He ended a short goal drought in emphatic fashion.
Haaland netted midway through the first half. His strike gave City the lead. This goal brought his tally to 100 in just 111 league matches. He eclipsed Alan Shearer’s previous record. Shearer, a legend for Newcastle and Blackburn, needed 124 games to reach the century mark.
Since his 2022 move from Borussia Dortmund, Haaland has consistently broken records. He had a brief three-match scoreless run. This included games against Newcastle, Bayer Leverkusen, and Leeds. But the wait ended with a clinical finish. It was a clear reminder of his incredible scoring prowess.
Jeremy Doku initiated the crucial play. He delivered a perfect cut-back pass to Haaland. The striker quickly assessed the situation. He then unleashed a powerful shot from about 12 yards. Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno was left helpless as the ball flew past him.
This goal marked his 15th in the league this season. It was also his 20th across all competitions.
Of his 100 Premier League goals, 71 came from his dominant left foot. He also scored 17 with headers.
Alan Shearer’s all-time record stands at 260 Premier League goals. This remains a significant target. However, Haaland’s exceptional scoring rate hints at a future challenge. This legendary record might not be safe forever.
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