Erling Haaland Attends NHL Playoff Game Before World Cup Debut
Manchester City star Erling Haaland and his Norway teammates attended Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights in Raleigh, North Carolina, on June 12, 2026. Haaland, wearing a Hurricanes jersey, waved to the crowd and swung a rally towel as the Hurricanes won 4-2 to take a 3-2 series lead. Norway is preparing for its first FIFA World Cup since 1998, with Haaland set to make his debut against Iraq on June 16 in Boston.
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Erling Haaland gifts Travis Scott signed Norway shirt at 2026 World Cup
Norway and Manchester City striker Erling Haaland met American rapper Travis Scott during the 2026 World Cup in the United States and gave him a signed Norway national team shirt. Haaland shared a photo of the meeting on social media with a headphones emoji, referencing Scott's music. The encounter caps a period of Haaland engaging with American culture, having also attended an NHL game. The article also notes that Norway's coach Stale Solbakken controversially rested Haaland and nine other starters for the final group match against France, which Norway lost 4-1. Despite this, Haaland has scored four goals in the tournament, tying with several top players for the Golden Boot race, and Norway faces Ivory Coast in the round of 32 on June 30.
Yardbarker: SoccerHaaland Shares New York Shopping Photos on Social Media After Match
On June 18, Hupu News reported that Norway's next World Cup match will take place in New York at 8:00 AM Beijing time on June 23. Erling Haaland, who scored twice in Norway's first game, strolled through the streets of New York after arriving with the team. He posted a collection of shopping photos on social media with the caption 'New York 🗽'. The images show Haaland exploring the city, and the post was sourced from Instagram.
虎扑 - 足球Haaland discovers new passion at NHL game before World Cup debut
Erling Haaland, the Manchester City and Norway striker, attended an NHL Stanley Cup final game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights in Raleigh, North Carolina, alongside his Norwegian national team teammates. Haaland, who will make his World Cup debut against Iraq on June 16, appeared relaxed at the Lenovo Centre, waving to the crowd and wearing a Hurricanes jersey with his number nine. The Hurricanes lead the series 3-2 after winning the fifth game 4-2. Norway is preparing for its first World Cup since 1998 in nearby Greensboro. In his free time, Haaland plays golf and video games, and has been helping teammate Leo Ostigard prepare for fatherhood. Haaland expressed eagerness for the tournament to begin.
FútbolHaaland Attends the Stanley Cup Final
Norwegian football star Erling Haaland attended Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals, as reported by Record Portugal on June 12, 2026. The brief article notes that the Manchester City striker watched the NHL championship game, with an accompanying image showing Haaland in Norway national team kit. The report is a short celebrity sighting piece, highlighting the crossover interest of a top European footballer in North American ice hockey's premier event.
RecordErling Haaland Spotted Enjoying Stanley Cup Final Ahead of World Cup Debut
Norway and Manchester City star Erling Haaland was spotted attending Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup Final between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights in Raleigh, North Carolina, on June 12, 2026. Haaland waved to the crowd and swung a Hurricanes rally towel as the team took a 3-2 series lead. The appearance comes as Norway prepares for its first FIFA World Cup appearance since 1998. Haaland, widely regarded as one of the world's best strikers, will make his World Cup debut on June 16 when Norway faces Iraq in Boston. He has scored 55 goals in 50 international appearances since his debut in 2019.
Yardbarker: SoccerHaaland and Norwegian teammates watch NHL playoff game ahead of World Cup
On Thursday, Manchester City star Erling Haaland and his Norwegian national team teammates attended Game 5 of the NHL playoff series between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Vegas Golden Knights in Raleigh, North Carolina. Haaland, who will make his World Cup debut on June 16 against Iraq, appeared relaxed, waving to the crowd and twirling a Hurricanes rally towel. He wore a Hurricanes jersey with number 9, matching his club and country number. Norway is competing in its first World Cup since 1998 and is based in Greensboro, NC, about 80 miles from the Hurricanes' arena. The team recently held a Viking-themed photo shoot titled 'The Vikings Are Coming.' After their opener in Boston, Norway will face Senegal in New Jersey and then France back in Boston.
虎扑 - 足球Haaland attends NHL playoff game ahead of World Cup debut
Erling Haaland, the Manchester City and Norway striker, attended an NHL Stanley Cup playoff game between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights in Raleigh, North Carolina, alongside his Norway teammates. The Norway squad, preparing for their first World Cup since 1998, provided lively support as the Hurricanes won game five 4-2 to take a 3-2 series lead. Haaland, wearing a Hurricanes jersey with his number nine, waved to the crowd and swung a rally towel. He is set to make his long-awaited World Cup debut against Iraq on 16 June. Norway are playing at their first major tournament since Euro 2000.
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