Erling Haaland Is A Better Goal Scorer Than Lionel Messi At Age 24, See Stats

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Manchester City’s prolific striker, Erling Haaland, has once again left the football world astounded with his incredible goal-scoring abilities.

The 24-year-old Norwegian sensation bagged his second hat-trick in as many games, leading City to a 3-1 victory over West Ham United on Saturday, August 31

Haaland’s latest three-goal haul brings his tally to seven goals in just three Premier League appearances this season, further cementing his reputation as one of the most natural goal-scorers in football history.

Meanwhile, his career statistics are staggering, with 256 goals in 313 appearances, including 54 assists and 20 hat-tricks.

In a remarkable comparison, Haaland’s goal-scoring record surpasses that of Lionel Messi who is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time.

At 24, Haaland has scored significantly more goals than Messi had at the same age. The eight-time Ballon d’Or winner had scored 197 goals in 326 games, with 10 hat-tricks and 84 assists at 24-year-old.

Haaland’s incredible form has sparked debate about his place among the all-time greats, with many pundits and fans hailing him as a once-in-a-generation talent.

Erling Haaland Surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo Goal-scoring feat at age 24

Erling Haaland

Manchester City’s Erling Haaland also surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal-scoring record at the age of 24.

The Norwegian sensation has scored an astonishing 256 goals in 313 games, eclipsing Ronaldo’s tally of 132 goals in 362 appearances at the same stage in his career.

Overall, Haaland has scored 59 more goals than Lionel Messi at the same stage in his career and 124 goals more than Cristiano Ronaldo.

Haaland on track to become greatest goal scorer in football history

Manchester City’s Erling Haaland shows no signs of slowing down forcing football fans and pundits alike to predict that he will go on to break even more records set by legendary superstars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

One key factor that sets Haaland apart is his position as a central striker, whereas Messi and Ronaldo spent parts of their early careers playing on the flanks.

This gives Haaland a unique opportunity to score even more goals and solidify his claim as one of the greatest goalscorers in football history.

Should Haaland remain fit and focused, he is on track to surpass the records set by Messi and Ronaldo, and potentially become the most prolific goal-scorer the sport has ever seen.

The Portuguese superstar recently become the highest goal hitter in football history reaching a milestone of 901 goals while Messi has scored 838 goals.

Given Erling Haaland’s remarkable work ethic, lethal scoring ability, unwavering commitment to his sport, and his ability to outpace both Messi and Ronaldo in goal scoring by the age of 24, it is highly likely that he will break Ronaldo’s current record and solidify his position as a legendary figure in football history.

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What’s next for Erling Haaland?

Manchester City will face Brentford after the international break on Saturday, September 14.

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