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Erling Haaland

The latest stories and features on footballer Erling Haaland, including professional football news and updates.

Born

21 Jul 2000

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Athlete

Erland Haaland’s dad, Alfie Haaland, also played for Manchester City. Photo: @alfiehaaland/Instagram

Fifa World Cup 2026

Meet Erling Haaland’s dad Alfie, who played for Norway in the 1994 World Cup

Before a knee injury forced his retirement, Alfie Haaland enjoyed a successful football career at Manchester City and more … but guess what he wanted his youngest son to become?

24 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Vozinha, Haaland named in World Cup dream team, but no place for Kane, Yamal

23 Jul 2026 - 8:31AM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Spain leapfrog Argentina in Fifa rankings after World Cup win, Norway biggest climber

21 Jul 2026 - 10:49AM

China exports

China did not qualify for the World Cup. It may have won in economic terms

While its men’s team has not competed since 2002, this year’s tournament has generated significant profit for many Chinese firms.

19 Jul 2026 - 4:03PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Messi pulls ahead of Yamal in Ballon d’Or race, with all to play for at World Cup

Bookies, prediction markets make Lionel Messi favourite to claim trophy despite 39-year-old playing in a second-tier domestic competition.

18 Jul 2026 - 9:00PM

China travel

The Haaland effect? Chinese tourists flock to Norway amid World Cup ad blitz

The hulking striker has become a huge star in China during the World Cup, helping his homeland attract a growing wave of tourists.

18 Jul 2026 - 4:30PM

SCMP Highlights

Hong Kong bar’s World Cup win; Vietnam’s lush resort: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From a look at the new Kung Fu Soccer film to a stunning mountain resort in Vietnam, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

16 Jul 2026 - 4:11PM

Garrya Mu Cang Chai is nestled in a protected heritage landscape of terraced rice paddies in the northern Vietnamese mountains. As well as breathtaking scenery, the luxury resort offers wellness treatments, and food and activities intertwined with the traditions of the local Hmong people. Photo: Garrya Mu Cang Chai

Fifa

Fifa World Cup semis: 4 previous champions, a bitter rivalry, race for Golden Boot

Top four in Fifa rankings meet over two blockbuster matches, with Mbappé v Yamal and Messi v Kane just two of many intriguing storylines.

14 Jul 2026 - 8:00AM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa World Cup: Sorloth under fire for Erling Haaland error in Norway defeat

Online commentators slam striker after he failed to release superstar No 9 when team led 1-0 and had England on ropes.

12 Jul 2026 - 3:35PM

Hong Kong economy

Fifa World Cup: Hong Kong pubs, restaurants enjoy net gains from big matches

Lan Kwai Fong Group chairman Allan Zeman says business ‘up 60 to 70 per cent’ in nightlife district and set to get ‘crazier’ for the final.

13 Jul 2026 - 12:41PM

Norway’s Erling Haaland (right) has become an internet sensation in China. Photo: Xinhua

Food and Drinks

All about Walovi, the Erling Haaland-promoted Chinese herbal drink

The Norwegian footballer has brought the drink into the spotlight – but what exactly are the benefits of this nearly 200-year-old brand?

12 Jul 2026 - 4:15AM

Fifa

Fifa World Cup: Norway on edge before historic quarter-final against England

Few expected the team to make it this far in the tournament, and the result is a nation united in euphoria around its team of Vikings.

11 Jul 2026 - 5:05PM

Fifa

Fifa World Cup: Erling Haaland begins Norway v England psychological warfare

Striker adamant pressure all on Three Lions for Miami quarter-final clash, says it is ‘super special’ to face country of birth.

10 Jul 2026 - 8:00PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Latest Mbappe goal makes him first to score at least 8 at multiple World Cups

Current World Cup is also first in history in which two players have scored at least eight goals in the same tournament.

10 Jul 2026 - 6:29PM

Kylian Mbappe scores France's first goal in their quarter-final 2-0 win over Morocco at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough on Thursday. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong Jockey Club

Fifa World Cup: Berbatov explains why Lionel Messi outdid Cristiano Ronaldo

Former Manchester United striker keen for Harry Kane Premier League move, in Hong Kong for Jockey Club Youth Football Academy Summit launch.

9 Jul 2026 - 8:15PM

Harry Kane roars with delight after scoring a penalty in England’s 3-2 last-16 World Cup victory over Mexico. Photo: AP Photo

Fifa

France face Morocco in 2022 World Cup semis rematch as quarter-finals kick off

Match between tournament’s form team and African champions the pick of final-eight line-up, with race for Golden Boot an intriguing subplot.

9 Jul 2026 - 8:00AM

Fifa

Argentina ‘not feeling pressure’ of being World Cup co-favourites, Messi to start

Defending champions face Mohamed Salah-led Egypt on Tuesday for a place in quarter-finals as Messi looks to reclaim lead in Golden Boot race.

7 Jul 2026 - 10:50PM

While you were sleeping

World Cup while you were sleeping: Haaland stuns Brazil, Fifa stuns everyone

Norway’s Erling Haaland scores twice in shock result that sends South Americans home. Fifa buckle to US political pressure, rescind Balogun red.

6 Jul 2026 - 10:25AM

Brazil’s Neymar sinks to his knees after his side was knocked out of the World Cup by Norway. Photo: AP

Fifa World Cup 2026

England face Mexico in ‘proper World Cup match’ at Azteca Stadium

In Sunday’s other game, Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti is relaxed about how his team plan to tackle Norway’s in-form striker Erling Haaland.

5 Jul 2026 - 8:00PM

While you were sleeping

World Cup while you were sleeping: Spain cruising, Tuchel eyes ‘Hand of God’ payback

Mikel Oyarzabal double seals a comfortable 3-0 win against Austria for the European champions, who face either Portugal or Croatia next.

3 Jul 2026 - 7:01AM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Erling Haaland believes Norway have ‘very small probability’ of beating Brazil

Netizens react to coming clash, with some users looking forward to tussle with Gabriel Magalhaes, while others are split on final score.

1 Jul 2026 - 3:00PM

Norway’s Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the World Cup match against the Ivory Coast. Photo: AP

While you were sleeping

World Cup while you were sleeping: Haaland’s inevitable, Mbappe unstoppable

Erling Haaland powers Norway into the last 16, Kylian Mbappe double eases France past Sweden, and Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman resigns.

1 Jul 2026 - 7:05AM

Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France in their 3-0 win over Sweden. Photo: Reuters

Fifa

Fifa World Cup: Sweden ready for France’s firepower, rested Haaland set to go

With attacking swagger and midfield flair, France are well placed to reach third straight final but Sweden have their own strike weapons.

30 Jun 2026 - 11:00PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Haaland’s hairbands: the latest must-have for star-struck Chinese football fans

Norway star’s popularity in China has soared on the back of goalscoring exploits and play persona on mainland social media.

28 Jun 2026 - 8:06AM

Fifa World Cup 2026

World Cup while you were sleeping: Haaland dropped, France win, James injury scare

Erling Haaland is left on the bench and Kylian Mbappe goes goalless, as Ousmane Dembele hat-trick helps France thrash Norway 4-1.

27 Jun 2026 - 7:00AM

France’s Ousmane Dembele joined the race for the golden boot with a hat-trick against Norway. Photo: AP

Fifa

Fifa World Cup: in-form Mbappe, Haaland to clash as France face Norway in decider

Real Madrid star and Manchester City striker are joint-second in the race for the Golden Boot with four goals apiece.

26 Jun 2026 - 11:00PM

Norway’s Erling Haaland (left) will face France’s Kylian Mbappe in Foxborough on Friday, with both one goal behind leading scorer Lionel Messi of Argentina, who has scored five. Photo: AFP

Fifa World Cup 2026

Fifa World Cup: Chinese companies hope to help Cabo Verde keeper cash in on fame

Vozinha, 40, has become an internet sensation after the tiny African nation’s unbeaten run so far, and could earn millions from various deals.

23 Jun 2026 - 7:00PM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Haaland double fires Norway into last 32, Mbappe can beat Messi record, coach says

Erling Haaland scores twice in 3-2 win over Senegal; France boss Didier Deschamps backs Kylian Mbappe to overhaul Lionel Messi’s goal tally.

23 Jun 2026 - 10:34AM

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