Barcelona,October 2(HS): Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is rapidly closing in on Lionel Messi’s all-time UEFA Champions League goal-scoring record as he continues his remarkable scoring spree. Having become the fastest player to reach 50 Champions League goals last month, Haaland now boasts 52 goals in just 50 appearances, shattering previous records and edging closer to Messi’s mark of 60 goals in 80 games.

Haaland’s rapid rise to this milestone surpasses legends like Ruud van Nistelrooy, who reached 50 goals in 62 games, and has set an unprecedented pace rarely seen in European football’s premier competition. Despite Manchester City’s recent 2-2 draw against Monaco, where Haaland scored both goals, the Norwegian forward’s consistency remains undiminished.

The 24-year-old’s ability to find the net with extraordinary efficiency has led experts and fans alike to believe he could surpass Messi’s record by the end of this season. Haaland’s combination of speed, positioning, and power in front of goal has made him a relentless force and a key figure in Manchester City’s pursuit of European glory.

As Haaland continues to rewrite Champions League history, the football world watches closely to see if he can also challenge Cristiano Ronaldo’s ultimate tally of 140 goals in the competition’s history.

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