New-look Manchester City overcame a spirited challenge from Coventry on Saturday courtesy of an Erling Haaland goal to stay perfect in the Premier League, as blunt Tottenham were held to a goalless draw at Nottingham Forest.

Norway's soccer star Erling Haaland 's face has appeared on billboards, trading cards and television screens, becoming a social media phenomenon for scoring seven goals across four World Cup matches in July.

The Norway striker, who has fired his country into the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals with seven goals in four matches, took time away from football to comfort the family of a six-year-old fan who was tragically killed in a traffic accident.

One is a physical phenomenon who bulldozes defenders with frightening ease. The other is a blur of pace, skill and elegance capable of deciding matches in seconds. Both are tearing apart the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Google have paid tribute to Erling Haaland with a unique feature on their search engine.

Erling Haaland playfully reminded former England captain Wayne Rooney to honour his promise as Norway eliminated Brazil from FIFA World Cup 2026.

The World Cup has reached the business end. Only eight teams are still standing after a month that has delivered upsets, heartbreak and breakout stars.

Speaking after Brazil's shock FIFA World Cup exit to Norway, Brazillian Winger Vinicius addressed the controversy for the first time.

Erling Haaland isn't just one of football's deadliest goalscorers. He is also one of its greatest athletic anomalies.

After Norway's stunning 2-1 win over five-time winner Brazil at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Erling Haaland reacted to the record-equalling milestone of scoring seven goals in his first four tournament appearances.