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Haaland Sets Two Champions League Records

Operativ Media
Haaland Sets Two Champions League Records
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Manchester City forward Erling Haaland has become the fastest and youngest player in UEFA Champions League history to reach the 60-goal mark.

Operativ Media reports, citing Actu Foot. The Norwegian forward scored a brace in the match against PSG in the second round of the tournament's league phase. The game ended in a 4-2 victory for the Paris side.

Haaland became the fastest player in tournament history to hit the landmark, scoring his 60th Champions League goal in his 60th match. The previous record belonged to Lionel Messi, who reached 60 goals in 80 games.

In addition, Haaland became the youngest player to reach the 60-goal milestone. The Norwegian striker accomplished the feat at 26 years and 85 days old, edging out Messi by a single day.

Haaland has scored 10 goals in nine appearances across all competitions this season.

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