Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has continued his incredible goalscoring form by netting his 40th international goal during Norway’s thrilling 4-2 victory over Israel. The goal not only helped his team secure an important win but also cemented Haaland’s status as the top scorer across Europe’s top-five leagues this season.
Haaland’s international exploits have been nothing short of spectacular. The prolific forward also played a key role in Norway’s dominant 5-0 triumph over Moldova earlier in the week. In that match, he was a constant threat in the attack, linking up effectively with Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard, who delivered three assists, including a perfectly timed pass for Haaland’s goal during their latest 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier.
The Norwegian star’s impressive goal tally for the season now stands at 38 goals and five assists in 46 appearances across all competitions for club and country. This outstanding record has placed him ahead of every other goal scorer in Europe’s elite domestic leagues, reinforcing his reputation as one of the most lethal finishers in the world.
Haaland’s brilliance is not limited to the international stage. In the Premier League, he recently reached a historic milestone by becoming the fastest player to register 100 goal contributions, achieving the feat in just 94 appearances. This shattered the previous record set by legendary striker Alan Shearer, who had taken 100 games to reach the same mark back in 1995.
For Manchester City, Haaland has been their main attacking weapon, leading the club’s goalscoring charts this season. The 23-year-old has already netted 21 goals in 28 Premier League matches as Pep Guardiola’s side continues to chase both domestic and European silverware.
His dominance in front of goal has played a crucial role in City’s title challenge, with the team currently competing on multiple fronts, including the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and FA Cup.
With the international break now concluded, Haaland will return to club duties, where he is expected to be a key figure in Manchester City’s upcoming fixtures. His immediate focus will be on the highly anticipated FA Cup quarter-final clash against Bournemouth on March 30, a match in which City will aim to continue their quest for another domestic trophy.