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Erling Haaland Trivia Questions

How much do you really know about Erling Haaland? Below are 8 true or false statements. Click each one to reveal the answer and explanation.

1.

Erling Haaland's father, Alfie, played for Manchester City in the 1990s.

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Alfie Haaland played for Leeds and Manchester City, but he was at City from 2000 to 2003, not the 1990s. He also famously clashed with Roy Keane.

2.

Haaland was born in Leeds, England, while his father played for Leeds United.

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He was born in Leeds in July 2000. This makes him English-born, though he represents Norway through his mother’s nationality.

3.

Haaland can deadlift over 200 kilograms, a rare feat for a footballer.

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Known for his freakish strength, Haaland reportedly deadlifts 200 kg, rivaling powerlifters. This contributes to his explosive speed and power.

4.

Haaland’s favorite pre-match meal is a full English breakfast with extra bacon.

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He actually eats a simple meal of liver and heart, or sometimes sushi, focusing on raw, nutrient-dense foods for peak performance.

5.

Haaland scored five goals in his first Champions League match for Manchester City.

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He scored a hat-trick on his City Champions League debut against Sevilla, not five. He later scored five in a single UCL match for Salzburg in 2019.

6.

Haaland has a clause in his contract that allows him to leave City for a specific club.

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Reports claim a release clause exists for Real Madrid, likely activated in 2024 or 2025, though exact terms are confidential and unconfirmed by the club.

7.

Haaland once scored nine goals in a single match for Norway's youth team.

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At the 2019 U-20 World Cup, he netted nine times against Honduras, setting a tournament record for most goals in a single game.

8.

Haaland has never missed a penalty in a competitive match for Manchester City.

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He has missed several penalties for City, including one against Bayern Munich in the Champions League. His conversion rate is high but not perfect.

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