Advertisement
Advertisement
Erling Haaland: The Norwegian Sensation Who Could Have Played for England
Erling Haaland is undoubtedly one of the brightest names in world football today. He is a goal-scoring machine who makes every defense tremble. However, there is an interesting fact that many people might not know:
Advertisement
Haaland had the opportunity to play for the English national team, but it never happened. Despite that, he remains a player that any team in the world would love to have on their side.
For England, he could be a much better option to chase greatness through titles. But why did the two sides not come together? Haaland was born on July 21, 2000, in Leeds, a city in West Yorkshire, England. At the time, his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, was playing for Leeds United.
Advertisement
Erling lived in England until he was three years old, when his family moved to Norway. He grew up in Bryne, a small town in the western part of Norway. However, despite being Norwegian, Haaland was eligible to play for the English national team, according to FIFA rules.
So, why didn’t Haaland choose to play for England? There are two main reasons for this. Firstly, when he was a rising star, many people noticed his talent. However, the England coaching staff, particularly the head coach, Gareth Southgate, did not show enough interest in him.
Advertisement
Meanwhile, the Norwegian national team showed him more attention and support. This lack of attention from England could have played a role in Haaland’s decision to stick with Norway.
Secondly, Haaland had already played for Norway’s youth national teams, and he felt a strong connection to his homeland. Even though his parents were both from Norway, and he had grown up there, he still could have chosen to play for England.
Advertisement
However, he chose to stay with the country that had nurtured him. It is worth noting that Haaland’s decision has paid off, as he has become one of the best strikers in the world.
Advertisement
Nevertheless, it is interesting to imagine what might have happened if he had chosen to play for England. With his goal-scoring ability, he could have helped England to win more titles and become a dominant force in world football.
But, as it stands, Haaland remains a Norwegian star, and a player that any team would love to have on their side.
Advertisement