8th February 2025

After having successful stints at Red Bull Salzburg and Borussia Dortmund, the Manchester City striker has become a modern-day phenomenon that is being emulated in English football. In terms of total goals scored for club and nation in 2022–2023 Haaland scored 56, which put him two goals ahead of Mbappe, the standout player for Paris Saint-Germain.

As Messi and Ronaldo near the conclusion of their incredible careers, Haaland and Mbappe are predicted to become the next superstars of the football world. However, the Norwegian sensation maintains that he doesn’t really pay attention to what a rival might be up to. Regarding his rivalry with Mbappe, Haaland told France Football, “You have to emphasize just how crazy the things Messi and Cristiano have done.” That’s what everyone believes, he said. It’s also important to keep in mind that despite their advancing age, they continue to do it.

They remain outstanding players. However, I never discuss how I feel about other players; that’s not how I see things. I just strive to improve daily, enjoy what I do, and be the best version of myself. I keep my attention on myself.

The shortlist for the 2023 Ballon d’Or includes Haaland and Mbappe, but Messi—who has won the award seven times—remains the favourite to take home the trophy after leading Argentina to World Cup victory at the end of the previous year.

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