Norwegian · Leeds · Born 21 July 2000The most prolific striker in the history of the Premier League — whose 36-goal season in 2022-23 smashed every existing record and whose physicality, movement and finishing make him the most feared centre-forward on the planet.
Erling Braut Haaland was born in Leeds in 2000 — his father Alfie played for Manchester City — and started at Bryne (2016) before Molde (2017–2019). Red Bull Salzburg (2019–2020) showcased him globally — hat-trick on his Champions League debut. Borussia Dortmund (2020–2022) followed, where he scored 86 goals in 89 appearances. Manchester City paid £51.1 million in 2022 and he broke the Premier League single-season record with 36 goals in his debut campaign 2022–23, winning the treble including the Champions League. He earned 40 Norway caps scoring 34 goals — his country's all-time record. His top speed of 36.4 km/h ranks among the fastest ever measured in the Premier League. He covers 9.8 km per game — less than most forwards but positions precisely. He scored 332 career goals and provided 71 assists in just 415 appearances. His goals-per-game ratio of 0.80 across all club competitions is the highest ever recorded at elite European level. He won the Champions League Golden Boot three consecutive times (2021, 2022, 2023). He won 2 Premier League Golden Boots in consecutive seasons.
Scoring 36 goals in his debut Premier League season
How They Played
Physical striker with exceptional pace, finishing ability and positioning in the box
Lasting Impact
At just 24 years old, Haaland has already established himself as one of the most feared strikers in world football and represents the next generation of elite goalscorers.
Career Honours
- UEFA Champions League 2023 (Manchester City)
- Premier League 2x (2023, 2024)
- FA Cup 2023
- Premier League Golden Boot 2x (2023 — 36 goals, 2024)
- UEFA Champions League top scorer 2021, 2022, 2023
- Bundesliga 2x (Borussia Dortmund)
- UEFA Champions League 2023
- Premier League 2023
- Premier League 2024
| Club | Period | Fee | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bryne | 2016–2017 | — | 16 | 2 | #9 |
| Molde | 2017–2019 | — | 50 | 14 | #9 |
| Red Bull Salzburg | 2019–2020 | — | 16 | 17 | #9 |
| Borussia Dortmund | 2020–2022 | — | 89 | 86 | — |
| Manchester City | 2022–present | £51 million | 200 | 155 | — |
 Norway | — | — | 48 | 55 | — |
Norwegian Athletes