# 12 Consecutive Scoring Games! Haaland's "Daily Routine" as Man City Ease Past Villarreal
In the just-concluded UEFA Champions League Phase 3 match, Manchester City secured a comfortable 2-0 away victory over Villarreal, continuing their strong form. The team's star striker, Erling Haaland, was once again the main protagonist, scoring a goal to extend his astonishing scoring streak to 12 consecutive games.
After the match, the in-form Haaland posted a picture from the game on his Instagram with a relaxed and effortless caption: "**Just another day at the office.**" This remark quickly sparked discussion among fans and media, likening his prolific scoring to a routine "punching the clock" and showcasing his immense confidence and fearsome efficiency in front of goal.
**Haaland Embodied "Efficiency" in This Match:**
Despite registering only 12 touches in the entire game, Haaland demonstrated his characteristic "deadly touch" to the fullest. He took 4 shots in total, with 3 on target, and successfully scored one goal. His Expected Goals (xG) was 0.67, and he converted that chance into an actual goal, once again proving his elite finishing ability.
**Haaland's Detailed Match Statistics:**
* **Minutes Played:** 86
* **Shots:** 4 (3 on target)
* **Goals:** 1
* **Touches:** 12
* **Pass Accuracy:** 80%
* **Times Possession Lost:** 3
* **Ground Duels:** 3 (won 0)
* **Fouls:** 2
The statistics show that Haaland was not heavily involved in the team's build-up play, instead focusing all his energy in the decisive penalty area. He helped secure the victory in his own way—minimal touches, maximum efficiency.
With goals in 12 consecutive games, Haaland has turned his red-hot form into the norm. This incredible scoring run is not only propelling Manchester City forward on multiple fronts but also firmly establishing him as a strong contender for individual accolades like the Ballon d'Or. For defenders worldwide, figuring out how to stop this "daily routine" goal machine is undoubtedly a massive challenge.
