Erling Haaland tops Instagram follower gains during 2026 World Cup, beating Cape Verde's Vozinha
During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha became a social media sensation, gaining over 29 million Instagram followers as his performances in goal captivated audiences. However, Norwegian star Erling Haaland surpassed him, adding 32.1 million followers to reach 72.7 million total, according to data from Sportico. Haaland's quirky social media posts, including one featuring a stuffed raccoon, helped boost his popularity, especially among US audiences. The top 10 list also includes Jude Bellingham (+12M), Cristiano Ronaldo (+11.4M), Lamine Yamal (+11M), Neymar (+7.7M), Lionel Messi (+7.5M), Gilberto Mora (+6.6M), French player Michael Olise (+5.7M), and Endrick (+5.6M). The article highlights the growing intersection of football performance and social media influence during major tournaments.
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