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Manchester City striker beats Alan Shearer’s long standing mark despite Brighton defeat

Haaland Surpasses Shearer, Salah and Aguero With Historic

The Norwegian forward marked his 100th league appearance for Manchester City by scoring against Brighton on Sunday night but the champions still slipped to 2 - 1 defeat.

Historic milestone at the Amex

Haaland opened the scoring in the 34 minute notching his 88th Premier League goal. Despite the loss, the strike sealed his place as the most prolific scorer ever in player’s first 100 match in the competition.

Breaking Shearer’s record

According to Opta, Haaland overtook Alan Shearer who netted 79 goal in his opening century of appearances. Ruud van Nistelrooy ranks 3rd with 68 followed by Sergio Aguero on 64.

Where Salah stands

Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah shares 5th place with Fernando Torres & Andy Cole each with 63 goal. Other names in the top 10 include Robbie Fowler 62, Luis Suarez 62 and Thierry Henry (59).

Unmatched efficiency

No striker's come close to Haaland’s efficiency underlining his extraordinary impact since arriving in English football.

His 88 goal tally sets new benchmark in PL scoring history.