Erling Haaland scored his 153rd Manchester City goal to move joint-fourth on the club's all-time scorers list as Pep Guardiola's side cruised to a 3-0 victory over Fulham at the Etihad Stadium. The Norwegian striker's strike against the visitors matched Colin Bell's career tally in his 183rd appearance, a remarkable feat considering Bell played 492 games for City.

Antoine Semenyo opened the scoring in the 24th minute, continuing his superb start in City colors with his fifth goal in eight appearances since joining from Bournemouth. Nico O'Reilly doubled the lead before halftime, capitalizing on Fulham's defensive errors. Haaland then converted from the edge of the box in the 39th minute, his first league goal from open play since December.

City's comprehensive win cuts Arsenal's Premier League lead to just three points, intensifying the title race. The victory came after a recent dip in form for Haaland, who had held his nerve to score a vital penalty winner against Liverpool on Sunday. Fulham, who were thrashed 5-4 at Craven Cottage in December, offered little resistance this time, repeatedly giving the ball away and allowing City to dominate possession throughout the match.