Haaland Debuts Bold New Look Ahead of Premier League Opener
Erling Haaland has ditched his iconic long hair for a buzz cut ahead of Manchester City’s new Premier League season. The Norwegian striker revealed the change before the Bournemouth match, saying he wanted a fresh start after the World Cup.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic joked about the decision, while Pep Guardiola praised Haaland’s hair and admitted he wished he had more himself.
For the new Premier League season, Erling Haaland has surprised fans by replacing his trademark long hair with a completely shaved buzz cut. The Manchester City striker revealed the new style before the club’s opening match against Bournemouth, where he initially arrived at the Etihad Stadium wearing a cap. During the warm up, Haaland removed it and showed off his dramatic new appearance, quickly creating a buzz on social media.
Haaland later explained the reason behind the change in a YouTube video released hours before the game. The Norwegian forward said the haircut had been planned after the 2026 World Cup as part of his desire to begin again with a fresh look. The decision appears to have been carefully considered rather than the result of a bet or spontaneous choice. Zlatan Ibrahimovic jokingly questioned whether Haaland had lost a bet before asking if the new haircut would make him faster.
Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola also reacted humorously, saying Haaland was fortunate to have hair and that he would love to have it. The hairstyle marks a major change for one of football’s most recognizable stars, whose long hair had become closely associated with his image.