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Erling Haaland
Erling Haaland is the Norwegian striker who leads the line for Manchester City and Norway. He is widely seen as one of the best players in the world, built on speed, strength, clever movement and ruthless finishing inside the penalty area.
- Born21 July 2000 (age 26)
- NationalityNorway
- ClubManchester City
- RoleStriker
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Who is Erling Haaland?
Erling Haaland is the Norwegian striker who leads the line for Manchester City and Norway. He is widely seen as one of the best players in the world, built on speed, strength, clever movement and ruthless finishing inside the penalty area.
He started at Bryne and Molde in Norway, won the Austrian league and cup with Red Bull Salzburg, then moved to Borussia Dortmund in 2020, where he lifted the DFB-Pokal in 2021 and was named Bundesliga Player of the Season.
City signed him in 2022 and he scored his way through a treble-winning first season, setting Premier League records for goals in a season (36) and in all competitions (52). He has since won two Premier League titles and three Golden Boots, along with the PFA Players’ Player of the Year, UEFA Men’s Player of the Year and Golden Boy awards.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full name | Erling Haaland |
| Date of birth | 21 July 2000 |
| Age | 26 |
| Nationality | Norway |
| Current role | Striker |
| Club | Manchester City |
| League | Premier League |
Updated weekly · checked 1 October 2026
2026-27 season so far
- 5 EPL goals (as of 20 September 2026).
- 2 Champions League goals on Matchday 1.
- Manchester City are 1st in the Premier League with 15 points (won 5, drawn 0, lost 0), checked 1 October 2026.
Full table, scores and fixtures: Premier League page.
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Who is Erling Haaland?
Erling Haaland is the Norwegian striker who leads the line for Manchester City and Norway. He is widely seen as one of the best players in the world, built on speed, strength, clever movement and ruthless finishing inside the penalty area.
How old is Erling Haaland?
Erling Haaland was born on 21 July 2000 and is 26 years old (as of 1 October 2026).
Which club does Erling Haaland play for?
Manchester City, in the Premier League.
How has Erling Haaland done in 2026-27?
5 EPL goals (as of 20 September 2026). 2 Champions League goals on Matchday 1. Manchester City are 1st in the Premier League with 15 points (won 5, drawn 0, lost 0), checked 1 October 2026.