Manchester City have begun life under Enzo Maresca with a dramatic Premier League victory, but replacing an era built under Pep Guardiola will require far more than a positive opening result.

Erling Haaland enters another Manchester City season after winning his third Premier League Golden Boot. Under Enzo Maresca, however, his biggest challenge may not simply be scoring more goals.

By reaching 100 Premier League goals in 111 appearances, Haaland becomes the fastest-ever player to hit the century mark — eclipsing Alan Shearer’s 124-match record. His goal-scoring rate remains phenomenal — around 0.9 goals per game — underscoring his ruthless efficiency in front of goal. At just 25 years old and under contract until 2034, Haaland is perfectly positioned to challenge the Premier League’s all-time scoring record, already belonging to Shearer.