With his goal against Napoli on 18/9, striker Erling Haaland shattered Ruud Van Nistelrooy's record for the fewest matches needed to reach 50 Champions League goals.
Man City secured a 2-0 victory against Napoli in their opening Champions League group stage match, but the night was marred by Kevin De Bruyne's early exit after just 26 minutes.
Striker Rasmus Hojlund needed only 14 minutes to score on his Napoli debut, raising hopes he will be the next player to thrive after departing Man Utd.
Man Utd has agreed to loan striker Rasmus Hojlund to Napoli, with an obligation to buy if the Italian club qualifies for next season's Champions League.
Goals from midfielders Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne propelled Napoli to a 2-0 victory over Sassuolo in their opening Serie A match of the 2025-2026 season.