Haaland sets new hat-trick speed record in Premier League

Erling Haaland has set a new record for the fastest accumulation of hat-tricks in Premier League history, achieving his eighth hat-trick in just 69 appearances. This remarkable feat surpasses the previous records held by legends such as Thierry Henry, who reached the same number in 258 matches, and Harry Kane, who took 320 matches. Haaland's latest achievement comes after he scored three goals against West Ham, marking his second consecutive league hat-trick, following a similar performance against Ipswich the previous week. The record for the shortest time between hat-tricks was previously held by Les Ferdinand, who scored two hat-tricks within three days during Easter 1993. In contrast, Didier Drogba holds the record for the longest gap between successive hat-tricks, which spanned over three months. Other notable players who have achieved successive hat-tricks include Ian Wright and Wayne Rooney, with Kane being the only player alongside Haaland to accomplish this feat twice. Currently, only three players have more Premier League hat-tricks than Haaland, with Alan Shearer leading the list with 11 and Sergio Agüero holding the record with 12. At his current scoring rate, Haaland could potentially match Agüero's total within the next year, showcasing his extraordinary talent and goal-scoring ability. Since Haaland's arrival at Manchester City, the club has benefited significantly from his scoring prowess, contributing to their position at the top of the all-time Premier League hat-trick list with 43. Haaland's performance has not only elevated his status but also solidified Manchester City's dominance in the league.