The Premier League has never fallen short of amazing talent, however, some brilliant moments stand out as a testament to the fast-paced game, one of them including players scoring the fastest hat-tricks in Premier League history.
Here’s a closer look at the brilliant individual moments where hat-tricks turned players into geniuses because they were scored in a matter of a few minutes.
List of Fastest Hat Tricks in Premier League History
| Rank | Player | Match | Date | Time Taken |
| 1 | Sadio Mane | Southampton vs Aston Villa | 2015 | 2 minutes 56 seconds |
| 2 | Robbie Fowler | Liverpool vs Arsenal | 1996 | 4 minutes 33 seconds |
| 3 | Jermain Defoe | Tottenham vs Wigan Athletic | 2009 | 7 minutes |
| 4 | Gabriel Agbonlahor | Aston Villa vs Manchester City | 2008 | 7 minutes 10 seconds |
| 5 | Andy Carroll | West Ham vs Arsenal | 2016 | 7 minutes 14 seconds |
| 6 | Sergio Aguero | Manchester City vs Newcastle United | 2015 | 8 minutes |
| 7 | Ian Wright | Arsenal vs Ipswich | 1995 | 9 minutes |
| 8 | Jermaine Pennant | Arsenal vs Southampton | 2003 | 10 minutes |
| 9 | Teddy Sheringham | Manchester United vs Southampton | 2000 | 10 minutes |
| 10 | Ole Gunnar Solskjaer | Manchester United vs Nottingham Forest | 1999 | 10 minutes |
1. Sadio Mane vs Aston Villa (2015) – 2 minutes 56 seconds
Sadio Mane stunned Aston Villa with his sharp shooting with quick strikes as lethal as a machine gun, scoring the fastest hat-trick in Premier League history. In under three minutes, Mane went all out showcasing his pinpoint finishing ability. This remarkable feat took the major share of the sweet 6-1 victory for the Saints.
2. Robbie Fowler vs Arsenal (1994) – 4 minutes 33 seconds
A 21-year-old standing record was held by Fowler when he displayed his touch and tease in front of goal, for which Arsenal had no answers. In just over four and a half minutes, the then-19-year-old came up with a performance that led to Liverpool fans believing that they had witnessed the emergence of a phenomenon. Even after two decades, this performance by Fowler still lives as one of the Premier League’s most remarkable moments.
3. Jermain Defoe vs Wigan Athletic (2009) – 7 minutes
Tottenham went rampant against Wigan with a 9-1 victory. Defoe was the stand-out performer, netting five times including a seven-minute hat-trick, portraying his sharpness in front of the goal. It also marked the day that saw the Englishman become the first player to score five goals in the league as well.
4. Gabriel Agbonlahor vs Manchester City (2008) – 7 minutes 10 seconds
Agbonlahor was at the peak of his powers that season and it was an opening day feast for the Villa supporters who witnessed a perfect hat-trick at Villa Park. His contract extension was celebrated with a 4-2 victory, where he won the match ball after scoring a hat-trick in just over seven minutes.
5. Andy Carroll vs Arsenal (2016) – 7 minutes 14 seconds
Andy Carrol’s strong performance hammered the Gunners title charge, as his hat-trick was a fresh blow to Arsenal. Despite the game ending 3-3, Carroll’s aerial prowess and physicality were vital in his seven minutes, as the goals showcased his ability in the air, thus turning the game for West Ham.
6. Sergio Aguero vs Newcastle United (2015) – 8 minutes
It was a remarkable return for the Argentine as he scored a sensational five to crush Newcastle’s hopes in just 20 minutes. This hat-trick at the Etihad Stadium cemented Aguero’s position as one of the Premier League’s all-time great strikers, with his side winning 6-1.
7. Ian Wright vs Ipswich (1995) – 9 minutes
Ian Wright’s natural goal-scoring instincts were on the dot against Ipswich Town. His hat-trick was a key highlight, as he turned out to be one of the best Premier League strikers ever.
8. Jermaine Pennant vs Southampton (2003) – 10 minutes
Pennant’s debut was a cracker as he made a dream start in the Premier League, scoring a hat-trick against Southampton in a 6-1 victory. This performance was a Hollywood introduction to his talent.
9. Teddy Sheringham vs Southampton (2000) – 10 minutes
Teddy was spectacular for Manchester United and this was one such day where his hat-trick, which showcased his intelligence and finishing, helped his side cruise to a 5-0 victory over Southampton.
10. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer vs Nottingham Forest (1999) – 10 minutes
Known for his instant impact as a super sub, Solskjaer’s knack in front of goal led to him netting a brilliant hat-trick versus Nottingham Forest, obviously coming off the bench. However, even this wasn’t the greatest moment of his illustrious career, as his Champions League winning goal in 1999 will forever be his best footballing achievement.
FAQ
Who scored the quickest hat-trick in the Premier League?
Sadio Mane
Who scored the quickest hat-trick off the bench?
Ole Gunnar Solskjær
Who has the best hat-trick in Premier League?
Dimitar Berbatov
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