Erling Haaland record: Manchester City striker breaks Premier League record for goals in a season
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland has broken the record for the most goals scored in a single Premier League season. The Manchester City player scored his 35th goal of the campaign in a game against West Ham, surpassing the previous record of 34 set by Alan Shearer and Andrew Cole. Haaland had already broken the record for a 38-game season, scoring 32 goals for Liverpool in 2017-18. He still has another five games left to add to his tally.
Haaland, who is just 22 years old, expressed his pride and happiness after breaking the record, stating that it was a special moment for him. He emphasized that what mattered most was the team's success and that he was pleased with the three points earned in the game. The striker credited his team's support and focus on taking the games one by one for his success.
Haaland's 35th goal was a deft finish in the second half of a 3-0 win against West Ham that sent Manchester City back to the top of the league. The player was given a guard of honour by his teammates and backroom staff after the game, a gesture he described as a nice feeling, though he admitted that it was painful when everyone hit him on the back during the guard of honour.
Haaland's record-breaking achievement is particularly remarkable given that he accomplished it in just his debut season in English football. Moreover, he achieved the feat in his 31st game of the year, whereas both Cole and Shearer had 38 games to achieve their previous record.
Haaland's 35 goals in a single campaign are also the most by any player in the English top division since Ron Davies scored 37 for Southampton in 1966-67. Dixie Dean holds the record for the most goals scored in a season, with 60 in 39 games for Everton in 1927-28.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola heaped praise on Haaland, describing him as a special player who has scored many important goals to help the team win games. He congratulated Haaland on his achievement and expressed his satisfaction with the player's performance throughout the season.
Former Republic of Ireland striker Clinton Morrison and former England midfielder Karen Carney also praised Haaland, describing his achievement as unbelievable and a testament to his skill as a player. Carney praised Haaland's movement, calling it "different class."
Haaland's record-breaking achievement has earned him the title of the greatest striker the Premier League has ever seen, according to some football pundits. The player's success is not only a reflection of his skill but also of Manchester City's exceptional performance as a team. With five games left to play, Haaland has the opportunity to break his own record and set a new benchmark for future players to strive towards.
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