Haaland raises eyebrows with bizarre taxidermied raccoon souvenir from America

Norwegian football star Erling Haaland has once again captured public attention, this time not for his on-field prowess, but for an unusual travel souvenir. Upon his return to Norway after the World Cup, the Manchester City striker was photographed on the tarmac carrying a taxidermied raccoon mounted on a board, complete with a fake alcohol bottle.

Haaland himself shared the peculiar item on his X (formerly Twitter) account, playfully captioning it, 'It followed me home 🦝🤣.' The image quickly went viral, sparking curiosity and amusement among fans and media alike. Online investigators have reportedly identified the item as a 'Whiskey Raccoon,' likely purchased from a store in Dallas, with an estimated price tag of around 650 euros.

This quirky acquisition comes after Haaland's participation in the World Cup, where Norway was eliminated in the quarterfinals. The striker is now expected to rest before rejoining Manchester City for the upcoming Premier League season in mid-August. His next international commitment will likely be the Euro 2028 qualifiers, assuming Norway secures a spot in the tournament.

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It followed me home 🦝🤣