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Erling Haaland Sets New Goalscoring Record as Manchester City Whitewash Manchester United.
The Manchester derby once again belonged to Erling Haaland, as the Norwegian striker powered Manchester City to a commanding 3-0 victory over rivals Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium. With a brace in front of a jubilant home crowd, Haaland not only deepened United’s woes but also smashed yet another goalscoring milestone in record time.
TJ News Nigeria reports that the 25-year-old reached 50 goals in just 50 home games for City, becoming the second-fastest player in Premier League history to achieve such a feat. Only Alan Shearer did it quicker, needing 47 games during his Newcastle United days.
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Haaland Reaches Historic Milestone
Coming into the derby in sensational form after scoring five goals for Norway against Moldova, Haaland carried his confidence straight into the high-stakes clash against Manchester United.
- With his brace, Haaland became the fastest player in Manchester City history to reach 50 home goals.
- He has also now scored more goals against Manchester United than any other Manchester City player.
- His record continues to cement him as one of the most lethal strikers the Premier League has ever seen.
According to Football Insider, Haaland’s name now sits alongside Premier League legends, and many analysts already tip him to rewrite more records before the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
How the Game Unfolded
City set the tone early with Phil Foden’s opener, capitalising on a defensive lapse in United’s midfield.
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- Haaland doubled the advantage with a clinical finish, tormenting the Red Devils’ defence throughout the game.
- The Norwegian sealed the victory late on with a close-range effort following a sweeping team move.
United, meanwhile, looked disjointed and lifeless for large periods, struggling to cope with City’s pressing and movement.
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Man United’s Struggles Continue
The defeat piles further pressure on Ruben Amorim, who is still searching for consistency since taking charge at Old Trafford.
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- Bruno Fernandes struggled to dictate play from a deeper role.
- Benjamin Sesko again failed to impress up front.
- Bryan Mbeumo offered sparks of creativity but was isolated for most of the match.
Defensive frailties, lack of creativity in midfield, and a blunt attack summed up United’s night. With tough fixtures looming, Amorim faces a critical test to prevent the season from slipping into crisis mode.
Haaland Tipped for Another Golden Boot
Haaland’s dominance has reignited the Golden Boot race conversation. Former Liverpool striker Peter Crouch recently predicted Haaland and Mohamed Salah as the frontrunners for the Premier League top scorer award this season.
Given Haaland’s incredible scoring rate, many pundits believe the Manchester City star could surpass his own records if he maintains fitness and form throughout the campaign.
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Key Takeaways
- Haaland scored a brace as City beat United 3-0 at the Etihad.
- The striker has now netted 50 goals in 50 home games for Manchester City.
- He became the fastest player in City history to achieve the milestone.
- United’s poor display heaps pressure on manager Ruben Amorim.
- Haaland strengthens his case as the favourite for the Golden Boot this season.
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