In the 17th-round English Premier League match where Manchester City defeated West Ham (3-0), forward Erling Haaland equaled the Premier League record for the most goals scored before Christmas.
The match took place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, with the Norwegian striker netting a brace. Haaland increased his goal tally in the current Premier League season to 19. According to Opta Sport, this result matches the league record for goals scored by Christmas.
Previously, the same milestone was reached by Andy Cole (1993-94 season), Kevin Phillips (1999-00 season), and Luis Suarez (2013-14 season). In total this season, Haaland has recorded 28 goals and five assists in 27 games for the Citizens across all competitions.