Erling Haaland has once again made headlines in the football world, as the Norwegian sensation has equaled a remarkable record set by Cristiano Ronaldo. In a thrilling Premier League clash between Manchester City and Arsenal, Haaland’s early goal not only gave City the lead but also marked his 100th goal for the club. What’s even more impressive is that he achieved this milestone in just 105 games, matching Ronaldo’s record for the fewest games needed to reach 100 goals for a top European team in the 21st century.
Haaland’s historic moment came just 10 minutes into the match at the Etihad Stadium. After a brilliant assist from teammate Savinho, Haaland calmly slotted the ball past Arsenal’s goalkeeper, giving City the early advantage. This goal drew immediate comparisons to Ronaldo’s time at Real Madrid, where the Portuguese legend set the original record.
This latest achievement further solidifies Haaland’s place among football’s elite. The 23-year-old striker has been a revelation since joining Manchester City, regularly breaking records and drawing comparisons to the greatest players of all time. Squawka noted on social media that Haaland and Ronaldo now share the record for the fewest games needed to score 100 goals for a top-five European side. This feat highlights Haaland’s incredible consistency and finishing ability, putting him in an exclusive club alongside Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
Beyond Haaland’s milestone, the match itself was a pulsating encounter. Despite City’s early lead, Arsenal fought back and leveled 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, describing Haaland’s goal as “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, 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.
