Manchester City put on a masterclass in their final Group G match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, overpowering Italian powerhouse Juventus with a stunning 5-2 victory. This win sealed their perfect group stage record, with three wins from three matches and a full nine points, cementing their position at the top of the table.
While the team’s performance was exceptional, one name stole the show: Erling Haaland. The Norwegian sensation struck Manchester City’s third goal in the 52nd minute, bringing his tally to 123 goals in just 145 appearances for the club. More impressively, this goal marked his 300th career goal across club and international football, achieved in a mere 370 games.
According to ESPN, Haaland has now eclipsed football legends Cristiano Ronaldo (554 games), Lionel Messi (418 games), and Kylian Mbappe (409 games) in reaching the 300-goal milestone, solidifying his reputation as one of the most lethal strikers in the history of the sport.
“He has scored 300 goals at 24 years old.” – Guardiola on Haaland
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City’s manager, was effusive in his praise for the Norwegian star. “All I can say is congratulations. He has scored 300 goals at 24 years old. I admire strikers a lot. I’m so happy for Erling — his goal and his involvement in tight spaces were exceptional,” Guardiola remarked after the match.
Joining Haaland on the scoresheet were Jeremy Doku, Phil Foden, and Savinho, who each contributed to City’s emphatic victory. With this dominant display, Manchester City have advanced to the Round of 16, where they will face Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal on 1 July. Al-Hilal secured their place in the knockout stage after finishing second in Group H with five points from three matches.
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