Haaland’s Goalscoring Numbers Are "Ridiculous" – Can He Catch Up to Messi and Ronaldo?
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has hailed Erling Haaland’s goalscoring numbers as "ridiculous", and the Norway striker is already making a strong case to challenge the all-time greats like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Haaland scored his 10th hat-trick for City in the 4-1 win over Ipswich Town on Saturday, taking his tally to 94 goals in 101 games in all competitions since joining from Borussia Dortmund in 2022. His Premier League record is equally impressive, with 67 goals in just 68 appearances.
Guardiola believes Haaland’s numbers are comparable to those of Ronaldo and Messi, two of the greatest players in history. "He did it in Salzburg and in Germany; the numbers are ridiculous," Guardiola said. "He can compete in terms of goals with Cristiano and Messi. The numbers are unbelievable at his age. He’s an incredible threat, hopefully he can be here for many years."
Haaland’s form is not just about his goalscoring ability, but also his overall game. He’s already shown his versatility by playing as a lone striker and also as a part of a front three. His pace, power, and finishing ability make him a nightmare for defenders to deal with.
Guardiola’s comments are not just empty praise, as Haaland’s numbers are genuinely remarkable. At just 24 years old, he’s already achieved what many players can only dream of. And with City’s attacking talent, he’s likely to continue racking up the goals.
So, can Haaland catch up to Messi and Ronaldo? It’s certainly possible. If he maintains his current form and continues to improve, he’ll be well on his way to becoming one of the all-time greats. But for now, let’s just enjoy the ride and marvel at his ridiculous goalscoring numbers.
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