Baker's TakeHaaland reveals England loyalty and parties after Norway's World Cup ouster
By
Mr Bagel
Erling Haaland has declared his support for England in the wake of Norway's World Cup quarterfinal defeat, and then celebrated at a Miami nightclub, according to multiple reports. The Manchester City striker and his Norwegian side fell 2-1 after extra time to Thomas Tuchel's England in stifling Miami heat, as Yahoo News New Zealand reported. Shortly after the loss, Haaland told reporters he would now be cheering for the Three Lions, citing his friendships with City teammates on the English squad, per Free Malaysia Today.
"Yes, why not. I have some City friends at England. Of course, I want them to do well. I got an England shirt before I got a Norway shirt when I was little."
Haaland's remarks were met with praise, with GiveMeSport noting the comments "say a lot about him." The striker's quick shift in allegiance contrasts with the disappointment of the exit, yet he seemed unfazed by the result.
Despite the heartbreak of elimination, Haaland headed to the Miami club E11EVEN, where rapper Flo Rida was performing, according to Rolling Stone. BroBible reported that Haaland was "still in a good mood" and that during his postgame press conference he reflected on his World Cup run, saying the tournament had changed him.
"Haaland was still in a good mood despite suffering a heartbreaking loss in the World Cup."
The Norwegian star's ability to move on quickly, both in his public support for England and his night out, has drawn attention. His brief but impactful World Cup campaign ended in the quarterfinals, but Haaland's loyalty to his club connections, forged before his national team career, remains clear.
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