Erling Haaland once again etched his name into the UEFA Champions League record books after scoring in Manchester City’s emphatic 4–1 victory over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night. The Norwegian striker not only haunted his former club but achieved a milestone that even Cristiano Ronaldo — the competition’s all-time leading scorer — never managed.
Haaland became the first player in Champions League history to score in five consecutive matches for three different clubs, following similar streaks with RB Salzburg, Borussia Dortmund, and now Manchester City. His latest strike came in typical Haaland fashion — a blistering run, a precise touch, and an unstoppable finish.
Phil Foden also delivered a man-of-the-match performance, netting twice and assisting another, while Julian Álvarez added the fourth to seal City’s dominance at the Etihad Stadium. The win keeps Pep Guardiola’s men top of their group and firmly on track for qualification to the knockout stage.
Speaking after the match, Guardiola praised Haaland’s consistency and mentality:
«“Erling is rewriting history almost every week. What he’s doing at this level, at his age, is extraordinary. His hunger reminds me of Messi — always wanting more.”»
The record-breaking night has reignited debates among fans and pundits about whether Haaland could one day surpass Ronaldo’s Champions League legacy. With his current trajectory, few would bet against him.
City now turn their focus back to the Premier League, where they host Liverpool this weekend in what promises to be another thrilling showdown.
One thing is certain — when Haaland’s on the pitch, the clock is always ticking toward another record.