Overview
- The 25-year-old surpassed Ruud van Nistelrooy’s previous mark of 50 Champions League goals in 62 matches.
- His 50 goals span three clubs: 27 for Manchester City, 15 for Borussia Dortmund and 8 for RB Salzburg.
- Pep Guardiola praised his striker’s output as comparable to Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, saying the rate could carry him to the competition’s all-time lead if sustained.
- Haaland’s recent run stands at 12 goals in seven appearances this season, including five for Norway against Moldova and a brace in City’s 3-0 win over Manchester United.
- He is now level with Filippo Inzaghi on the European Cup/Champions League list and one behind Thierry Henry, with Cristiano Ronaldo on 141 and Lionel Messi on 129.