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Erling Haaland. Overview and main events
Overview and main events
Erling Braut Haaland, born on 21 July 2000, is a Norwegian professional footballer renowned for his exceptional speed, strength, and finishing abilities. He currently plays as a striker for Premier League club Manchester City and the Norway national team. Haaland has quickly risen to become one of the world's top footballers, breaking numerous records and winning several prestigious awards.
21 July 2000
Birth
Erling Braut Haaland was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, while his father Alf-Inge Håland was playing for Leeds United in the Premier League. At the age of three, he moved to Bryne, Norway, his parents' hometown.
2015
Debut at Bryne FK
Haaland made his debut for Bryne FK, marking the beginning of his professional football career. He later played for Molde FK in Norway before moving to Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in January 2019.
January 2019
Transfer to Red Bull Salzburg
Haaland joined Red Bull Salzburg in Austria, where his impressive performances earned him a move to Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga just a year later.
January 2020
Debut at Borussia Dortmund
Haaland made a sensational debut for Borussia Dortmund, scoring a hat-trick within 23 minutes in a 5–3 win against FC Augsburg. He quickly became a key player for the club, winning the DFB-Pokal in 2021.
July 2022
Transfer to Manchester City
Haaland transferred to Manchester City for a fee of €60 million (£51.2 million), signing a five-year contract. He made his competitive debut on 30 July 2022 and had a record-breaking debut season, helping the club win a continental treble.
2022-23 Season
Record-Breaking Debut Season
In his first season with Manchester City, Haaland broke multiple Premier League records, including the most goals scored in a single season with 36 goals. He was named the Premier League's Young Player and Player of the Season, and his 52 goals across all competitions set a new record for a Premier League player.
2023
Continental Treble and Individual Honors
Haaland played a crucial role in Manchester City's continental treble, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League. He was awarded the UEFA Men's Player of the Year, the European Golden Shoe, and the Gerd Müller Trophy, among other honors.
2023-24 Season
Ongoing Success
Haaland continued his impressive form in the 2023-24 season, scoring 27 goals in the Premier League and contributing significantly to Manchester City's performances in various competitions. As of December 2024, he has maintained his status as one of the world's top strikers.
