Date of Birth: July 21, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Erling Braut Haaland is a Norwegian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Premier League club Manchester City and the Norway national team. Born on July 21, 2000, in Leeds, England, Haaland has quickly risen to prominence as one of the world’s most talented and prolific goal scorers. Haaland began his career at Bryne FK in Norway before moving to Molde FK, where he was coached by former Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjær. His performances attracted the attention of Red Bull Salzburg, where he continued his meteoric rise by scoring prolifically in both the Austrian Bundesliga and the UEFA Champions League. In January 2020, Haaland signed with Borussia Dortmund, where he continued to break records and establish himself as a world-class striker. His physical attributes, including his height, speed, and strength, combined with his clinical finishing, have made him a nightmare for defenders. In the summer of 2022, Haaland moved to Manchester City, bringing his goal-scoring prowess to the Premier League. Off the field, he is known for his disciplined lifestyle and dedication to improving his game.
5 Interesting Facts about Erling Haaland
1. Erling Haaland scored nine goals in a single match during the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup, setting a record for the highest number of goals scored by a player in a single U-20 World Cup match.
2. Haaland is the son of Alf-Inge Haaland, a former professional footballer who played for Leeds United and Manchester City, among other clubs.
3. He became the fastest player to score 20 goals in the UEFA Champions League, achieving the milestone in just 14 matches.
4. Haaland was named the 2020 Golden Boy, an award given to the best young footballer in Europe.
5. Despite his Norwegian nationality, Haaland was born in Leeds, England, when his father was playing for Leeds United.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Erling Haaland
1. “I always had a dream to play in the Premier League, and now I’m here.”
2. “I think only of myself, and my team. I don’t care what others say.”
3. “My dad has been a big inspiration for me. He was a professional footballer himself and has always given me good advice.”
4. “I want to be the best. That’s my biggest dream.”
5. “I love scoring goals, it’s my job, but the most important thing is to win games.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
As of 2023, Erling Haaland’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $40 million.
Children
As of now, Erling Haaland does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Erling Haaland – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erling_Haaland
3. [Erling Haaland – Manchester City Profile](https://www.mancity.com/players/erling-haaland
5. [Erling Haaland – ESPN Profile](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/276050/erling-haaland
