The Premier League has always been a spectacle of splendid goals, unforgettable moments, and players who can make the impossible seem effortless. Among the most extraordinary feats in this grand competition is the hat-trick – a trio of goals scored in a single match.
But what truly makes a hat-trick unforgettable? The speed at which it's achieved, of course. Here’s a look at some of the fastest hat-tricks in Premier League history, with all their drama, excitement, and brilliance.
The Fastest Premier League Hat-Tricks of All Time
6. Andy Carroll: 9 Minutes and 50 Seconds
West Ham vs. Arsenal, 2015/16
It was a rainy evening at Upton Park, and Arsenal found themselves on the receiving end of one of the most unexpected hat-tricks in Premier League history. West Ham’s Andy Carroll, often a target for aerial balls, stunned everyone with a quick-fire brace followed by another, his third, in under 10 minutes.
The Gunners just couldn’t cope with Carroll’s physicality and precision. Watching Carroll, not known for being a speed demon, turn the game on its head so quickly, was a true reminder of football's unpredictability. A big man with a big heart, Carroll made his mark on that match in a way no one expected.
5. Ian Wright: 9 Minutes
Arsenal vs. Ipswich, 1994/95
For fans of a certain vintage, Ian Wright’s hat-trick against Ipswich Town will always be remembered as one of the Premier League’s finest. It wasn't just the sheer speed of his goals – it was the timing. The Arsenal striker, with his cheeky smile and boundless energy, netted three goals in just nine minutes, a feat that even had the Ipswich defenders scratching their heads.
It was the type of performance that left supporters dreaming of more. Wright, ever the showman, made it look so effortless as if he were playing a game of "keepie-uppie" with the opposition. At that moment, Arsenal fans knew they had one of the league’s best finishers.
4. Gabriel Agbonlahor: 7 Minutes and 10 Seconds
Aston Villa vs. Manchester City, 2008/09
Gabriel Agbonlahor was the rising star in Aston Villa’s forward line in 2008/09, and on this day, he was absolutely unstoppable. Against Manchester City, Agbonlahor managed to score three goals in just over seven minutes, a feat that left Villa Park in raptures. The speed of his goals was matched only by the sheer clinical nature of his finishing.
A blistering counter-attack, a cool finish inside the box, and a sharp header later, and Agbonlahor had put his name into Premier League history. Villa fans will forever remember that match as one of the best individual performances they've ever seen.
3. Jermain Defoe: 7 Minutes
Tottenham Hotspur vs. Wigan, 2009/10
Jermain Defoe was always known for his sharpness in front of goal, but his hat-trick against Wigan in 2009 took his reputation to a whole new level. The ex-England international needed just seven minutes to put Wigan to the sword, scoring three goals with the kind of precision only a true marksman can have on his birthday.
What made the hat-trick even more spectacular was the variety of goals. Defoe’s lethal instinct was on full display that day as he notched five, and it’s no wonder he’s considered one of the most clinical finishers in Premier League history.
2. Robbie Fowler: 4 Minutes and 33 Seconds
Liverpool vs. Arsenal, 1994/95
Robbie Fowler’s record-breaking hat-trick against Arsenal on 28 August 1994 remains one of the most iconic in Premier League history. What made it even more extraordinary was the opposition. Arsenal, which was a strong team at the time, was torn apart by Fowler's precision and speed.
The Liverpool striker’s three goals in just 4 minutes and 33 seconds were a masterclass in finishing. Fowler’s ability to be in the right place at the right time made him a feared striker, and in this game, he showed why he was so highly regarded. Every time the ball came to him, you knew it was going in the back of the net.
1. Sadio Mané: 2 Minutes and 56 Seconds
Southampton vs. Aston Villa, 2014/15
And then there’s Sadio Mané. The speed at which the Senegalese forward notched his hat-trick against Aston Villa in 2014 is nothing short of breathtaking. In just 2 minutes and 56 seconds, Mané had scored three goals, leaving Villa’s defence helpless.
His first was a clinical finish after a quick break, followed by two more strikes that demonstrated his lightning-quick reflexes and clinical finishing. It was a display of power, speed, and accuracy – a true testament to Mané's brilliance and hunger to score. His hat-trick remains the fastest in Premier League history, and it’s an achievement that will be etched into the memory of anyone who witnessed it.
The Moments That Live On
These aren't just numbers; they’re stories. Moments where football fans jumped from their seats with their hearts racing, and their eyes wide in disbelief. It’s the kind of football that stays with you long after the final whistle is blown.
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