Erling Haaland reached the stunning milestone of 300 career goals as Manchester City thrashed Juventus 5-2 in their final Club World Cup group stage clash.
Despite starting from the bench, Haaland made an instant impact after being introduced at half-time, sealing his landmark moment with a close-range finish just seven minutes after coming on. His goal helped City cruise past the Italian side and top Group G, securing a knockout clash with Flamengo.
This milestone cements Haaland's status as one of the most prolific finishers in world football — at just 24 years of age.
Guardiola Hails Haaland After 300th Goal
“I only ask Erling to make the first action and no intensity beyond, but he has to be a machine — and we have to support him,” said Guardiola. “All I can say is congratulations. He has scored 300 goals at 24 years old… So, so good.” — Pep Guardiola
A Look at Haaland’s Scoring Breakdown
| Club/Country | Goals | Appearances |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | 123 | 145 |
| Borussia Dortmund | 86 | 89 |
| Red Bull Salzburg | 29 | 27 |
| Molde | 20 | 50 |
| Norway | 42 | 60 |
| Total | 300 | 371 |
Can Haaland Win the Club World Cup Golden Boot?
With two goals already in the competition — one against Juventus and one in the 6-0 win over Al-Ain — Haaland is in the race for the Golden Boot. He’s just one goal behind the current leading scorers, and City’s progression gives him a real shot at yet another personal accolade.
Analyst Verdict
Haaland isn’t just a scorer — he’s a mentality monster. The way Guardiola has calibrated City’s attack to support his striker proves the system is working, and the numbers speak for themselves. At 24, 300 goals is staggering.
What’s Next for Haaland and City?
City will now face Flamengo in the semi-final, where Haaland will look to add to his tally and help deliver yet another trophy for Guardiola’s side. With form and fitness peaking, another goal-laden chapter could be on the horizon for City’s Norwegian machine.
Can Haaland win the Club World Cup Golden Boot and lead City to another title?
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