Erling Haaland was on fire in the Champions League on Tuesday, scoring an incredible 5 goals in Borussia Dortmund's 5-2 victory over FC Sevilla. The young Norwegian striker, who is widely regarded as one of the most talented players in the world, broke several records with his stunning performance.
Haaland's first goal came in the 27th minute, when he converted a penalty kick to give Dortmund the lead. He added a second goal just 5 minutes later, tapping in a rebound after his initial shot was saved by the Sevilla goalkeeper. Haaland completed his hat-trick in the 43rd minute with a well-placed shot that found the back of the net.
But Haaland was far from finished. He scored his fourth goal of the night in the 54th minute, pouncing on a loose ball in the Sevilla penalty area and slotting it home. And just when you thought he was done, he scored his fifth and final goal in the 75th minute with a thunderous shot that left the goalkeeper with no chance.
Haaland's 5 goals in a single Champions League match is a new record, surpassing the previous record of 4 goals set by Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski. The 20-year-old also became the first player in Champions League history to score 4 or more goals in both the group stage and knockout stage of the same season.
Haaland's performance was hailed by fans and pundits alike, with many calling him the future of football. His incredible speed, strength, and finishing ability make him a nightmare for defenders, and his impressive record-breaking feat is sure to cement his status as one of the most exciting young players in the game today.
With the victory over Sevilla, Borussia Dortmund advanced to the quarterfinals of the Champions League, where they will face Manchester City. It remains to be seen if Haaland can replicate his incredible performance against City, but one thing is for sure - he will be a player to watch.