Erling Haaland is unstoppable. The Manchester City striker is in such extraordinary form that he has just matched one of the most iconic records in European football history — 12 consecutive Champions League games with a goal, equaling Cristiano Ronaldo’s legendary streak. If he scores in the next match against Borussia Dortmund on November 5, Haaland will officially take sole possession of the record, entering territory reserved for the game’s greatest.

How remarkable is Haaland’s streak?

Scoring in 12 straight Champions League matches places Haaland alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, the competition’s all-time top scorer. But what’s even more astonishing is the speed at which the Norwegian has reached this level of dominance.

So far this season, Haaland has tallied 24 goals and 3 assists in just 14 matches for Manchester City and Norway, as he continues to chase qualification for the 2026 World Cup. At only 24 years old, he already ranks among the top 10 scorers in European Cup history, boasting the best goals-per-game ratio ever recorded in the competition.

Guardiola and the evolution of “the monster”

Following City’s 2–1 win over Villarreal on Matchday 3, Pep Guardiola was full of praise for his star striker. The Spanish coach, who has refined Haaland’s integration into his tactical system, emphasized the forward’s precision and timing:

“You have to know exactly when and where to pass the ball — it depends on how the opponent moves. Haaland gives us fresh moments when we need them most. When the opponent attacks, we attack. He was there at the perfect moment.”

Guardiola also highlighted Haaland’s growing tactical maturity and ability to read the rhythm of the team — qualities that complement his already terrifying instinct in front of goal.

A generational scorer

In just over three and a half seasons with Manchester City, Haaland has already surpassed 130 goals, including several hat-tricks in decisive matches. His killer instinct has made him the focal point of Guardiola’s project — a player capable of turning even the smallest chance into a goal.

Yet Haaland’s influence goes beyond statistics. With his blend of power, precision, and composure, he embodies the modern forward — a complete finisher who thrives on pressure and shines brightest on the biggest stages.

Next stop: Borussia Dortmund

Fate couldn’t have scripted it better. Haaland’s next Champions League challenge comes against Borussia Dortmund, the very club that propelled him to stardom. A goal in that match would see him surpass Cristiano Ronaldo and stand alone as the player with the most consecutive scoring games in the competition’s history.

At just 24 years old, Erling Haaland isn’t merely matching Cristiano’s numbers — he’s carving his own path toward footballing immortality.