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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has officially rewritten Premier League history by surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal tally in stunning fashion. The Norwegian forward reached 104 Premier League goals in just 114 appearances, eclipsing Ronaldo’s total of 103 goals, which the Portuguese superstar needed 236 matches to achieve during his two spells at Manchester United.
Haaland’s feat highlights his exceptional efficiency and cements his status as one of the most prolific forwards in modern football.The record-breaking milestone came during City’s 3-0 victory over West Ham United, in which Haaland scored twice to extend his 2025/26 Premier League tally to 19 goals in 17 games.
His first strike opened the scoring, and the second after the break underscored his lethal finishing ability and poise in front of goal. This performance not only secured crucial points for Manchester City but also added another record to his rapidly growing list of achievements.
Haaland’s remarkable goal-scoring rate has set a new benchmark for efficiency in England’s top flight. He had previously become the fastest player to reach 100 Premier League goals, accomplishing the feat in 111 matches, shattering the record previously held by Alan Shearer.
These achievements highlight not only Haaland’s natural finishing ability but also his consistency and adaptability in the competitive Premier League environment. The record comes at a pivotal moment in the season, as Manchester City temporarily moved to the top of the Premier League table following the win over West Ham.
Haaland’s contributions, which included a key assist for midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, were instrumental in helping Pep Guardiola’s side edge past title rivals such as Arsenal. City now look well-positioned to continue their pursuit of back-to-back league titles, with Haaland at the forefront of their attacking prowess.
Since joining Manchester City in 2022, Haaland has consistently broken records, including his 36-goal haul in his debut Premier League season. Comparisons with other Premier League greats, such as Alan Shearer and Harry Kane, have become commonplace as Haaland continues his remarkable scoring spree.
At just 25 years old, he is already on track to challenge Shearer’s all-time Premier League goal record, a feat once considered untouchable. While Ronaldo’s Premier League legacy remains iconic, Haaland’s record-breaking achievement is symbolic of a new era in English football.
His combination of speed, strength, and clinical finishing sets a high standard for forwards in the league and ensures he will be remembered as one of the most prolific goal scorers of his generation.
As Manchester City continue their campaign for silverware this season, Haaland’s goal-scoring feats promise to make him the focal point of discussions about the Premier League’s all-time greats.
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