Borussia Dortmund is one of the most successful clubs in German football, with a rich history and a reputation for producing some of the best players in the world. One player who has had a significant impact on the club's success over the years is Erling Haaland.
Haaland joined Dortmund in January 2021 after spending several seasons at RB Leipzig, where he was instrumental in helping the team win two Bundesliga titles and the UEFA Champions League. In his first season at Dortmund, Haaland made an immediate impact, scoring 25 goals in just 34 games to help the team finish second in the league and reach the quarter-finals of the Europa League.
In the following season, Haaland continued to shine, scoring 36 goals in all competitions, including 19 in the Bundesliga alone. He also helped Dortmund reach the semi-finals of the Champions League and the final of the DFB-Pokal, where they lost to Bayern Munich.
However, it was during the 2022-23 season that Haaland truly cemented his place as one of the greatest forwards of his generation. He scored 48 goals in all competitions, setting a new Bundesliga record for goals in a single season. He also played a key role in Dortmund's impressive run to the semi-finals of the Champions League, scoring five goals in four games.
One of Haaland's most notable achievements this season was his performance against Manchester City in the Champions League semi-final. Despite being heavily outplayed by the Premier League champions, Haaland managed to score two goals and create three assists, leading Dortmund to a dramatic comeback and securing their place in the final.
Haaland's impact on Dortmund cannot be overstated. He has become one of the most talented players in the world, and his performances have been a major reason why Dortmund have consistently been among the top teams in Germany and Europe. With his continued development and improvement, there is no doubt that Haaland will continue to make a huge impact on the sport for many years to come.