SALZBURG, Austria, Sept 18 (AFP): Salzburg striker Erling Braut Haaland became the third-youngest player to score a Champions League hat-trick as the Austrian champions romped to a stunning 6-2 win over Genk on Tuesday.
The 19-year-old took his incredible tally to 17 goals in nine appearances for Salzburg this season.
Only Real Madrid great Raul (18 years and 113 days) and former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney (18 years and 340 days) have scored trebles in the Champions League while younger than Haaland (19 years and 58 days).
Haaland is setting his sights high for the campaign, turning to last season's surprise semi-finalists Ajax for inspiration.
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