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Haaland's Wild Souvenir: A Taxidermied Raccoon!
13 Jul
Summary
- Erling Haaland returned from the World Cup with a taxidermied raccoon.
- His unusual posture during a match spawned many viral memes.
- Haaland embraced American culture with a cowboy hat and local food.
Norwegian football sensation Erling Haaland has captured global attention beyond the 2026 World Cup pitch. After Norway's quarter-final defeat to England, Haaland returned home with an unusual memento: a taxidermied raccoon. He humorously captioned his Instagram post stating the raccoon "followed me home," much to the amusement of fans.
Haaland's viral fame stems from a series of memorable moments during the tournament. One such instance involved his distinctive walking posture, which quickly evolved into numerous internet memes and comparisons. His interactions in America also became a talking point.
He was seen trying on a cowboy hat, playfully referring to himself as a "proper cowboy." In another instance, he amusingly posed as the "social media guy" when approached by a fan. Haaland also shared his delight in trying a New York City deli sandwich.
Concluding his time in America, Haaland posted a selfie with an American flag emoji, reflecting that his experience "It's been emotional." These diverse antics have cemented his status as a global internet star.
