Erling Haaland Breaks Record for Fastest 100 Premier League Goals
Norwegian football star Erling Haaland has made history by becoming the fastest player to score 100 goals in the English Premier League. He achieved this milestone during Manchester City’s match against Fulham on December 2, 2025. Eighteen minutes into the game, Haaland struck powerfully, cementing his place among the legends of English football.
Record-Breaking Achievement
With this latest feat, Haaland is now the 35th player to reach the 100-goal mark in the Premier League and the first since Heung-Min Son in 2023. His accomplishment surpasses Alan Shearer’s long-standing record by an astonishing 19 games, which had remained unbroken for nearly three decades.
Impressive Goal-Scoring Rate
At just 25 years old, Haaland has demonstrated himself to be one of the most formidable strikers in Premier League history, averaging more than 0.9 goals per game. This striking efficiency places him far ahead of his closest competitor, Thierry Henry.
Journey to 100 Goals
Haaland’s journey to 100 goals started with a memorable debut season. He scored 10 goals in his first six matches during the 2022/23 season. Here are key moments throughout his rapid ascent:
- Goal 1: West Ham 0-2 Man City – August 7, 2022
- Goal 10: Aston Villa 1-1 Man City – September 3, 2022
- Goal 25: Man City 3-0 Wolves – January 22, 2023
- Goal 50: Man City 1-1 Liverpool – November 25, 2023
- Goal 100: Fulham vs Man City – December 2, 2025
Comparisons and Future Prospects
Former players and managers have lauded Haaland’s talents. Jamie Carragher, a renowned football analyst, stated that he is the best goal scorer in English football history. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s manager, has drawn parallels between Haaland’s scoring prowess and legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Looking ahead, if Haaland maintains his fitness and current form, he could break Shearer’s all-time scoring record by September 2030. His goal-scoring consistency suggests he could surpass 389 goals by then, making him a compelling figure to watch in the coming seasons.
Favorite Opponents and Manchester City’s Reliance
In his remarkable career so far, Haaland has scored most frequently against Wolves, averaging a goal every 48.6 minutes against them. His contributions have been vital for Manchester City, as he accounts for nearly 35 percent of the team’s goals since joining in August 2022.
As Erling Haaland continues to break records and set new standards, the football world watches in anticipation of what this young talent will achieve next.
