Haaland's haircut: Man City star chops off his locks for the new season

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has debuted a buzz cut, replacing his signature long hair ahead of the new Premier League season. The change sparked reactions from teammates and managers, including Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Pep Guardiola.
Why it matters
Haaland's distinct appearance is part of his personal brand, making his physical transformation a notable topic in sports culture.
Erling Haaland's famed flowing locks are no more. The Manchester City superstar has a new hairstyle for the new Premier League season: A buzz cut that went viral on social media on Sunday ahead of the team's opening match against Bournemouth. It didn't help him. The Norway striker missed a couple of great chances in City's 2-1 win at Etihad Stadium. Haaland has become one of the most easily distinguishable sport stars in recent years because of his long hair.
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