Haaland Fastest to 50 Champions League Goals, Guardiola Compares to Messi Ronaldo

Erling Haaland has become the fastest player in Champions League history to reach 50 goals, achieving the milestone in just 49 matches, surpassing Ruud van Nistelrooy's previous record of 62 games. His goal-scoring prowess was highlighted in Manchester City's 2-0 victory over Napoli, where his 50th goal secured the win. Manager Pep Guardiola praised Haaland, placing him alongside all-time greats Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, and expressed confidence that Haaland could surpass Ronaldo's all-time Champions League scoring record of 140 goals if he maintains his current form and fitness. Haaland's remarkable scoring rate and consistent performances have already positioned him in the top 10 Champions League scorers at age 25, with a career still in its early stages. Teammate Phil Foden also lauded Haaland's record-breaking trajectory, suggesting his achievements may remain unmatched. Haaland's rapid rise reinforces his status as one of modern football's most formidable strikers.