Haaland starts the party: Arsenal are in a tough spot and conceded the fastest league goal in a year! | OneFootball

The Norwegian continues to write good numbers.

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The Emirates Stadium was crackling with anticipation for a titanic fifth-round Premier League clash, but the home fans were stunned into silence with the match barely begun. In a devastatingly swift moment, Manchester City demonstrated their ruthless efficiency.

The move started with a seemingly innocuous City regain in their own half, but in a flash, it transformed into a nightmare for the Gunners. The ball found its way to the feet of Tijjani Reijnders, whose incisive pass sliced through the Arsenal defense, presenting Erling Haaland with a golden opportunity.

The prolific Norwegian, a predator in the penalty area, made no mistake, calmly slotting home to silence the home crowd and put the Citizens ahead 0-1 inside of just nine minutes.

This latest strike further cements Haaland's status as a particular thorn in Arsenal's side. The goal marked his astonishing fifth against the North London club in only his seventh appearance. The goal also extends a scintillating personal run of form, finding the net for the sixth consecutive match for both club and country. For Arsenal, the early blow carries the bitter sting of history, representing the fastest goal they have conceded in a Premier League match in over a year.