On 2 December 2025, Haaland wrote his name into Premier League history with a trademark clinical finish — his left-footed strike in the 17th minute against Fulham at Craven Cottage not only opened the scoring in a dramatic 5–4 win, but also marked his 100th Premier League goal.
What makes this milestone even more remarkable is he achieved it in just 111 league appearances — the fewest in Premier League history. That shaves 13 games off the previous record holder Alan Shearer, who reached the same mark in 124 games back in 1995.
More than just a number — context to the feat
- Haaland becomes the 35th player overall to score 100 Premier League goals.
- The goal came after a short dry spell — he had failed to score in his previous games against Newcastle United and Leeds United. Despite that, he returned with perfect timing on the night.
- According to statistics compiled by the league and analysts, he reached the century “30 games faster than some of the league’s elite strikers who have hit 100 before” — underlining just how extraordinary his scoring rate has been.
Reaction — from Haaland, his club and beyond
Haaland himself admitted the milestone felt “special,” calling the 100-goals mark a “huge thing.” He added that doing it so quickly made the moment even more incredible.
His manager, Pep Guardiola, was full of praise — calling Haaland’s numbers “insane” and saying “today he was unbelievable.” Guardiola also stressed that the striker’s hunger and consistency remain vital to Manchester City’s ambitions.
What’s next — the bigger picture
Although Haaland now holds the record for quickest 100-goal haul, the all-time Premier League top scorer remains Alan Shearer with 260 goals.
Given Haaland’s age (25) and current scoring rate, many pundits expect him to continue climbing — potentially challenging Shearer’s all-time record if he stays healthy and maintains form.
For now, though, Haaland’s achievement isn’t just a personal milestone — it’s a symbol of how prolific, efficient and dominant he’s been in top-flight English football.
