Alfie Haaland, Erling Haaland’s father, was a footballer and Gry Marita Braut, his mother, was also an athlete.
The Norwegian striker made his debut for his country on July 21, 2002 in Bryne, Norway. His father, Alfie Haaland, was a well-known and talented defender who played for teams like Manchester City, Leeds United and Nottingham Forest.
Alfie is happy to see his son carrying on his father’s legacy as a renowned athlete. Haaland’s father was an accomplished sportsman.
Haaland has athletic genes from his mother
The football player inherited his father’s enthusiasm for the game and his mother’s speed and agility. The mother, Erling, participated in a variety of sports. Her mother, Gry, competed in heptathlons throughout her career as a female track and field competitor.
Erling’s family is made up of athletes from football and beyond
Astor, Erling’s brother, does not work in the sports world. He comes from a large family of athletes, including his father and his cousins Jonatan Braut Brunes and Albert Thailand.
