Erling Haaland has etched his name into football history by becoming the fastest player to reach 300 career goals, surpassing legends Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappé. The 24-year-old Norwegian striker achieved the milestone during Manchester City’s 5-2 win over Juventus in the final Group G match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
⚽ Haaland’s Historic Milestone
- Scored his 300th goal in just 370 professional appearances across club and country
- Outpaced Messi (418 games), Mbappé (409 games), and Ronaldo (554 games) to the landmark
- Netted 123 goals for Manchester City, with previous stints at Molde, RB Salzburg, and Borussia Dortmund, plus 42 goals for Norway
Haaland was introduced as a second-half substitute and scored within seven minutes, converting his third touch of the game to give City a 3-1 lead over Juventus.
“He has scored 300 goals at 24 years old. I admire a lot the strikers. I am so happy for Erling,” said Pep Guardiola post-match.
📊 Haaland vs Messi vs Ronaldo: By the Numbers
| Player | Games to 300 Goals | Age at Milestone |
|---|---|---|
| Erling Haaland | 370 | 24 years, 11 months |
| Lionel Messi | 418 | 25 years, 4 months |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | 554 | 27 years, 3 months |
Haaland also boasts a goals-per-game ratio of 0.81, higher than Messi (0.76) and Ronaldo (0.73), underlining his clinical efficiency.
🏆 What’s Next for Haaland and City?
With the win, Manchester City topped Group G and will face Al Hilal in the Round of 16. Haaland’s form will be crucial as City aims to lift their first Club World Cup title.
Stay tuned for more updates from the FIFA Club World Cup.
