Erling Haaland: Manchester City’s Goal Machine Continues to Shatter Records in 2025

Record-Breaking Start to 2025-26 Season

Erling Haaland has kicked off the 2025-26 Premier League season in spectacular fashion, scoring a brace in Manchester City’s opening 4-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers. By the end of August, he had already set another record, becoming the player with the most goals (88) in his first 100 Premier League matches, surpassing Alan Shearer’s previous record of 79 goals.

Ballon d’Or Recognition

The Norwegian striker has earned a spot on the 30-man shortlist for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, following an impressive season where he netted 34 goals and provided five assists across all competitions for Manchester City. He remains a strong contender for the prestigious award, with the ceremony scheduled for Monday 22 September at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris.

Long-term Commitment to City

Haaland’s future at Manchester City is secure, having signed a new deal that keeps him at the Etihad Stadium until 2034. The son of former City player Alfie, he has established himself as one of Europe’s finest strikers. ‘Now I am City no matter what,’ Haaland declared, though the club has faced some challenges this season as Premier League champions who have won the title for the last four seasons.

Looking Ahead

Beyond his club achievements, Haaland is set to lead Norway into the latter stages of World Cup qualifying this fall, with hopes of helping his country make their first World Cup appearance in nearly three decades next summer. With continued success at Manchester City and potential World Cup glory on the horizon, Haaland is positioned to succeed aging legends Messi and Ronaldo as the face of world football.