Erling Haaland scores for Manchester City against FC Porto
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Erling Haaland scored for Manchester City in a Champions League contest against FC Porto on September 8, 2026. The Norwegian striker netted a header in the 47th minute following a cross from Enzo Fernandez. This goal extends his active scoring streak to three consecutive matches. Haaland has now recorded 58 goals in 59 career appearances in the Champions League competition. Manager Enzo Maresca previously noted the importance of managing player fatigue given the heavy schedule of international and club play, though the forward remained in the starting lineup for this fixture. Manchester City aims to maintain its current momentum ahead of a Manchester derby scheduled against Manchester United on September 13.
- •Erling Haaland headed in a 47th-minute goal against FC Porto.
- •The goal marks his 58th in 59 career Champions League matches.
- •Haaland holds a three-game scoring streak heading into the Manchester derby.
- •Manchester City plays Manchester United on September 13.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Haaland header opens scoring for Manchester City as Norway star stays in rhythm
"The Man City star is averaging nearly a goal a game in the UEFA Champions League and extended his scoring streak to three matches in a row.
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