Argentine Show's Erling Haaland Parody Draws Criticism Online

A parody of Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland by the Argentine streaming program "Nadie Dice Nada" has sparked widespread criticism online. The sketch, which went viral on social media platforms, depicted the prominent World Cup 2026 player in a manner that many viewers deemed disrespectful.

Haaland, who was a standout player in the tournament, scoring seven goals for Norway, has been noted for his serious demeanor and distinctive goal celebrations, leading some online to compare him to a robot. The "Nadie Dice Nada" hosts on Luzu TV embraced this perception, creating a skit featuring an actor dressed as Haaland.

In the video, the actor portraying Haaland enters the studio appearing disoriented, bumping into objects and exaggerating clumsy movements. The program shared the clip on social media with the caption "Haaland for the first time in NDN," intending it as humor.

However, the reaction was far from what the hosts anticipated. While some users defended the sketch as a simple parody without malicious intent, a significant portion of the audience, including many Argentinian viewers, found the portrayal offensive. Critics argued that Haaland has no history of controversy with Argentina or its national team, questioning the motivation behind the skit and labeling it as a lack of respect for one of the tournament's most celebrated athletes.