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Erling Haaland.

Updated June 20, 2026 · DynastyDaily Editorial · ● Live Last updated: 2026-06-21T02:18:50Z
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Erling Braut Haaland — Striker, born 21 July 2000 in Leeds, England (raised in Norway), currently at Manchester City (Premier League). Norway: 40+ caps, 35+ goals.

Personal information

Full nameErling Braut Haaland
Date of birth21 July 2000
BirthplaceLeeds, England (raised in Norway)
Height1.95 m
PositionStriker
Preferred footLeft

Club information

Current clubManchester City (Premier League)
Shirt number9

Junior career

Bryne FK (Norway) youth, then Molde under Ole Gunnar Solskjær.

Senior career

National team

Norway: 40+ caps, 35+ goals.

Related
Same country: See teams page

Achievements

Playing style & 2026 outlook

Haaland is a pure number nine — towering, two-footed and relentless. The 2026 World Cup is his first ever after Norway's long absence.

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