In brief
Erling Haaland has started the new Premier League campaign with a dramatic buzz cut that has sparked comments from teammates, the media and fans alike. The German striker shared pictures of the fresh look on social media and cheekily referenced the legendary hair styles of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Gareth Bale and others. A buzz cut is part of possibly another season‑long marketing push to keep the world-wide spotlight on him and his goal‑scoring promise for Manchester City.
Erling Haaland has waved goodbye to his famed blonde man‑bun and entered the new Premier League season with a crisp buzz cut that has turned heads both on and off the pitch.
A series of photos on his social media showcased the stark transformation, accompanied by the caption, “New season, new trim.” The 26‑year‑old hopes the new look will bring even more goals as the City squad kick off against Bournemouth.
The buzz cut came after a playful slideshow where Haaland compared his long‑haired past with a range of potential new styles, including a military‑style buzz cut. He revealed he had “cut the whole head” and joked that a fresh look would bring a new wave of goals.
During the haircut, teammates and friends, including City teammate Jack Grealish, Oasis’s Noel Gallagher, former manager Pep Guardiola, and even a call with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, offered swift reactions. Gallagher called the new look “hilarious” and laughed that it made Haaland appear younger. Guardiola expressed enthusiastic support, saying he “love[s] the change,” while Gallagher added, “I can’t stop looking at the front of your hair.”
Zlatan was, by contrast, mock‑grave about the decision: “He never told you to cut your hair; your strength is in your hair. I didn’t think you were going for a buzz.” Haaland replied with a light‑hearted apology that the haircut was for an upcoming bet!“
Fans and media alike have responded with fascination, covering a star player’s new look from pitch‑point to Instagram stories. Haaland’s buzz cut adds a crisp new chapter to the growing list of footballers who have famously altered their hairstyles.
