Manchester City’s Erling Haaland has clinched his 50th goal in just 48 games. The 23-year-old striker outpaced the previous record-holder, Andrew Cole, by a remarkable 17 games, making history during City’s clash with Liverpool on Saturday.
Haaland’s scoring was on full display in the 27th minute, as he netted a left-footed shot after an assist from Nathan Aké.
The Norwegian sensation’s rise continues, leaving legendary strikers in his wake. Alan Shearer, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Fernando Torres, and Mohamed Salah all trail behind, highlighting Haaland’s exceptional goal-scoring efficiency.
Last season, The club set a Premier League record with 36 goals in a single campaign, contributing significantly to City’s triumphant Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup campaign.
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Undoubtedly, Haaland’s impact since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022 has been nothing short of spectacular.
With his sights set on further milestones, Haaland now eyes Shearer’s record of reaching 100 goals, aiming to eclipse it in the coming games.