Erling Haaland's Exceptional Goalscoring Records
Erling Haaland has played in the Premier League for barely three seasons but has already surpassed many legendary figures. His remarkable goal stats also propel Norway toward the World Cup.
Record-Breaking Premier League Milestones
- Haaland was the fastest player to reach 50 Premier League goals, achieving this in just 48 matches, beating Andy Cole (65), Alan Shearer (66), Ruud van Nistelrooy (68), Mo Salah and Fernando Torres (both 72).
- He was also the quickest to reach 75 Premier League goals, doing so in 77 matches, ahead of Alan Shearer (93), Harry Kane (115), Ruud van Nistelrooy (116), Mo Salah (117), and Sergio Aguero (118).
- For combined Premier League goals and assists, Haaland reached 100 in 94 matches, surpassing Alan Shearer (100), Eric Cantona, Mo Salah (both 116), and Sergio Aguero (118).
Recognition and Impact
Haaland's start in the Premier League is described as extraordinary, with his stats being so impressive that even football analytics sites find themselves frequently updating their records on him.
"Haaland has become the first Premier League player in history about whom formerly-good football website Football365.com has started doing a Ridiculous Stats piece and then realised to their horror is going to have to be updated enormously often."
Current Status
These figures are accurate as of his goals in Manchester City's 3-1 win over Bournemouth on November 2.
Summary: Erling Haaland’s rapid rise and record-breaking Premier League scoring feats highlight his extraordinary impact at Manchester City and his leadership in driving Norway’s World Cup ambitions.