Erling Haaland has done it again. The Norwegian sensation continues to dominate the football world, this time equaling an incredible record set by Cristiano Ronaldo. In a thrilling Premier League clash between Manchester City and Arsenal, Haaland’s early goal not only put City ahead but also marked his 100th goal for the club, matching Ronaldo’s record for the fewest games needed to reach 100 goals for a top European team in the 21st century. Both players achieved the milestone in just 105 games.
Haaland’s historic moment came just 10 minutes into the match at the Etihad Stadium. After being brilliantly played through by teammate Savinho, Haaland calmly slotted the ball past Arsenal’s goalkeeper, giving City the early advantage. The goal drew immediate comparisons to Cristiano Ronaldo’s time at Real Madrid, where the Portuguese legend set the original record.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s great gesture to Erling Haaland that earned him praise
A new milestone for Haaland
Erling Haaland’s remarkable scoring ability has been a key factor in Manchester City’s recent success, and this latest achievement further solidifies his place among football’s elite. The 23-year-old striker has been a revelation since joining City, regularly breaking records and drawing comparisons to the greatest players of all time.
As noted by Squawka on social media, Haaland and Ronaldo now share the record for the fewest games needed to score 100 goals for a top-five European side, a feat that highlights Haaland’s incredible consistency and finishing ability. Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, accomplished the record during his iconic spell with Real Madrid, and Haaland has now joined him in this exclusive club.
A match to remember
Beyond Haaland’s milestone, the match itself was a pulsating encounter. Despite City’s early lead, Arsenal fought back, leveling the game with a spectacular strike from summer signing Riccardo Calafiori. The match kept fans on the edge of their seats, with Gary Neville, commenting for Sky Sports, calling Haaland’s goal “complete and utter devastation in footballing terms.”
However, City’s joy was tempered when midfielder Rodri was forced off the pitch with a knee injury, raising concerns about his availability for future matches.
For Haaland, though, this game will be remembered as the day he joined Ronaldo in the record books, further enhancing his reputation as one of football’s most prolific scorers.
