Erling Haaland Celebrates His 26th Birthday with a Viking-Themed Photo

July 21, 2026

Erling Haaland celebrated his 26th birthday on July 21 by sharing a fun Viking-inspired photo with fans on social media.

The Norwegian striker posted a picture of himself standing on a boat while wearing a traditional Viking-style helmet. Alongside the photo, he kept the message simple, writing: "26 years old. Nice 👍"

Haaland has enjoyed an outstanding summer on the international stage. Representing Norway at the FIFA World Cup, he started all five of the team's matches and scored seven goals, playing a key role in helping Norway reach the quarter-finals.

With the World Cup now over, Haaland has begun enjoying his offseason, spending time with his girlfriend before preparing for the upcoming club season.