Erling Haaland has reached a major career milestone, scoring his 300th goal during Manchester City’s commanding 5-2 win over Juventus at the FIFA Club World Cup. The goal came in the 52nd minute, marking City’s third of the match and further cementing Haaland’s reputation as one of the most prolific goal scorers of his generation.
The goal itself may not have been a spectacular finish, but it was effective. Haaland found himself unmarked at close range after a pinpoint cross from Matheus Nunes. The ball deflected off his left leg, then his right, before rolling into the back of the net. Despite the somewhat awkward nature of the finish, the significance of the moment overshadowed the method — this was Haaland’s 33rd goal of the season and his 300th overall in professional football.
What makes the achievement even more remarkable is the speed at which he accomplished it. Haaland reached the 300-goal mark in just 370 games, a quicker pace than many of football’s modern legends. To put it into perspective, Kylian Mbappé needed 409 games to reach the same tally, Lionel Messi took 418, and Cristiano Ronaldo required 554. At just 24 years old, Haaland is setting a blistering scoring pace that continues to raise the bar in elite football.
Following the match, his coach expressed admiration for the young striker, calling the milestone “quite good” and praising Haaland for his continued contributions in tight spaces on the pitch. His positioning, awareness, and finishing continue to be key components of City’s attacking threat.
Manchester City’s dominant performance saw other standout moments as well. Jeremy Doku, Phil Foden, and Savinho each contributed goals, while Juventus added to City’s tally with an own goal by defender Pierre Kalulu. The result ensured a perfect group-stage record for City, finishing with three wins from three matches and securing a spot in the last 16 of the tournament, where they will face Al-Hilal of Saudi Arabia.
The match also marked a significant return for midfielder Rodri, who was back in the starting lineup for the first time since tearing his ACL the previous September. The reigning Ballon d’Or winner played 65 minutes before being substituted and looked sharp throughout his time on the pitch. His return is expected to be a major boost for City as they progress through the competition.
City’s emphatic win over Juventus was not only a demonstration of their attacking firepower but also a reminder of their depth and resilience, especially with key players like Rodri returning to fitness. For Haaland, the evening added another milestone to his rapidly growing legacy — 300 goals and counting, with no signs of slowing down.
