Erling Haaland Scores Four Goals in Premier League Match, City Close in on Fourth Successive Title
In a stunning display of skill and precision, Erling Haaland made history by scoring four goals in a single Premier League match for the first time in his career. The Norwegian striker’s incredible performance propelled Manchester City to a resounding 5-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, putting them within touching distance of a fourth consecutive English league title.
Haaland’s goal-scoring spree began with a perfectly executed penalty in the 12th minute, followed by a towering header that left the Wolves defense helpless. He then converted another penalty just before halftime after being fouled in the box by Nelson Semedo. Not content with just a hat-trick, Haaland added a fourth goal to his tally by latching onto a brilliant lofted pass from Phil Foden.
With this remarkable feat, Haaland now leads the race for the Golden Boot with 25 Premier League goals this season, five ahead of his closest competitors. His exceptional performance not only showcased his clinical finishing ability but also highlighted his importance to the City squad.
Despite a late consolation goal from Hwang Hee-chan, City sealed the victory with Julian Alvarez adding a fifth goal in the closing minutes of the game. The win leaves City just one point behind Arsenal in the league standings, with three games remaining in the season.
Haaland’s four-goal masterclass will undoubtedly go down in Premier League history as a standout moment in his already illustrious career. As City continue their pursuit of another title, Haaland’s goal-scoring prowess will be crucial in their quest for success.