Erling Haaland has set a new milestone in the Premier League by surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s goal tally with two goals during Manchester City’s 3-0 victory over West Ham United on December 20, 2025. The Norwegian striker’s performance not only propelled his team to the top of the league but also marked his impressive ascent in the all-time scoring charts.
Haaland’s first goal came in the fifth minute, where he found the net following a cross from Phil Foden. He added a second goal in the 69th minute, capitalizing on a defensive error from West Ham. In between these strikes, Haaland assisted Tijjani Reijnders, who scored to secure the third goal for City in the 38th minute. This victory at the Etihad Stadium puts Manchester City a point ahead of Arsenal, who were set to play later that day.
With this match, Haaland reached a remarkable total of 19 goals in just 17 Premier League appearances this season. His performance also elevated his career Premier League goals to 104, moving him ahead of Ronaldo, who scored 103 goals during his time in the league. Notably, Haaland achieved this feat in 122 fewer matches than Ronaldo, showcasing his prolific scoring ability.
The game was significant not only for Haaland but also for Liverpool, who defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-1. However, Liverpool’s victory was marred by an injury to their record signing, Alexander Isak, who sustained a left ankle injury while scoring. This incident occurred shortly after Tottenham’s Xavi Simons received a red card, leaving his team with ten men.
In another match, Newcastle United faced Chelsea, ending in a 2-2 draw. Newcastle’s Nick Woltemade scored twice in the first 20 minutes, but Chelsea rallied back, with Joao Pedro equalizing in the 66th minute. The match highlighted Chelsea’s struggle, as they have only won one of their last five league matches, remaining in fourth place.
At the bottom of the table, Wolverhampton Wanderers continued their winless streak, losing 2-0 to Brentford. This latest defeat ties them with Sheffield United’s record of 17 consecutive games without a win at the start of a Premier League season.
The Premier League’s ongoing season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive yet, with Haaland’s remarkable form being a standout narrative. As he aims for further success with Manchester City, the possibility of representing Norway in his first World Cup looms large, adding to the excitement surrounding his career.
With players like Haaland making headlines, the league continues to draw attention both on the pitch and off, as teams jostle for position in a tightly contested campaign.
