Haaland Smashes Shearer’s Record Becomes Fastest Ever To 100 Premier League Goals
On 2 December 2025, Erling Haaland carved his name even deeper into Premier League history by becoming the fastest player ever to score 100 league goals. The 25-year-old Manchester City striker reached the landmark in just 111 Premier League appearances, surpassing Alan Shearer’s long-standing record of 124 matches.
Haaland’s milestone moment arrived 17 minutes into Manchester City’s chaotic 5-4 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage, a match that fully lived up to its wild scoreline. His opener showcased trademark precision as he guided a low cross into the top corner with a first-time, left-footed finish. He is now the 35th player to join the Premier League’s elite 100-goal club.
Beyond the numbers, the significance is immense. Since joining Manchester City in 2022, Haaland has repeatedly shattered scoring records. He was the fastest to reach 50 Premier League goals (48 games), and his 100-goal milestone further highlights a goalscoring rate rarely witnessed in the league’s history.
For context, Shearer - English football’s most prolific Premier League scorer with 260 career goals - had held the fastest-to-100 record since 1995, a benchmark that stood firm for 30 years.
Reacting to the achievement, Haaland remained humble: “When you’re a striker for Man City, you should be delivering great numbers … that’s my job.” He added that being part of the “100 club” was a massive personal milestone.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and several former Premier League greats praised Haaland’s “unbelievable” consistency and relentless hunger. Many now believe the Norwegian striker has a realistic chance of eventually surpassing Shearer’s all-time tally, especially considering his age and long-term contract.
Still, Shearer’s overall record remains formidable. While Haaland’s entry into the 100-goal club doesn’t diminish Shearer’s legacy, it signals the beginning of what could become one of the Premier League’s greatest goal-scoring chases. If Haaland maintains this trajectory, he may redefine what greatness looks like for modern top-flight strikers.
For Manchester City supporters and neutral fans, Haaland’s feat represents more than a statistical milestone - it highlights the evolution of attacking football in an era of packed schedules, tactical sophistication and heightened competition. His achievement underscores a rare blend of athleticism, work ethic and finishing prowess.
As Haaland continues to score at an astonishing pace, the big question remains: Can he eclipse Shearer’s 260-goal record, or will history favour the great of a previous era? Either way, this historic Tuesday belonged entirely to Erling Haaland.
Haaland’s milestone moment arrived 17 minutes into Manchester City’s chaotic 5-4 win over Fulham at Craven Cottage, a match that fully lived up to its wild scoreline. His opener showcased trademark precision as he guided a low cross into the top corner with a first-time, left-footed finish. He is now the 35th player to join the Premier League’s elite 100-goal club.
Beyond the numbers, the significance is immense. Since joining Manchester City in 2022, Haaland has repeatedly shattered scoring records. He was the fastest to reach 50 Premier League goals (48 games), and his 100-goal milestone further highlights a goalscoring rate rarely witnessed in the league’s history.
For context, Shearer - English football’s most prolific Premier League scorer with 260 career goals - had held the fastest-to-100 record since 1995, a benchmark that stood firm for 30 years.
Reacting to the achievement, Haaland remained humble: “When you’re a striker for Man City, you should be delivering great numbers … that’s my job.” He added that being part of the “100 club” was a massive personal milestone.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and several former Premier League greats praised Haaland’s “unbelievable” consistency and relentless hunger. Many now believe the Norwegian striker has a realistic chance of eventually surpassing Shearer’s all-time tally, especially considering his age and long-term contract.
Still, Shearer’s overall record remains formidable. While Haaland’s entry into the 100-goal club doesn’t diminish Shearer’s legacy, it signals the beginning of what could become one of the Premier League’s greatest goal-scoring chases. If Haaland maintains this trajectory, he may redefine what greatness looks like for modern top-flight strikers.
For Manchester City supporters and neutral fans, Haaland’s feat represents more than a statistical milestone - it highlights the evolution of attacking football in an era of packed schedules, tactical sophistication and heightened competition. His achievement underscores a rare blend of athleticism, work ethic and finishing prowess.
As Haaland continues to score at an astonishing pace, the big question remains: Can he eclipse Shearer’s 260-goal record, or will history favour the great of a previous era? Either way, this historic Tuesday belonged entirely to Erling Haaland.
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