While most football superstars spend their days surrounded by flashing lights, luxury cars, and glamorous parties, Erling Haaland has found his peace in a place far away from the noise — a 13-hectare cow farm in the quiet countryside of Flå, Norway.
An unexpected camera recently captured the Manchester City striker enjoying a rare off-day in his hometown, where he swapped football boots for rubber boots. Dressed simply in a flannel shirt and cap, Haaland was seen feeding cows, strolling through the green pastures, and even laughing as he chased after a stubborn calf that escaped the barn.
Locals say this farm has been part of the Haaland family for years, a retreat where the superstar returns to ground himself. One neighbor shared:
“Out here, Erling isn’t the Premier League machine or a global celebrity. He’s just a farm boy at heart, helping with the animals like he did when he was younger.”
The images quickly went viral online, with fans expressing surprise and admiration. Many praised Haaland’s humility and ability to balance his high-pressure football career with a simple, grounded lifestyle.
As one fan posted: “From scoring goals at the Etihad to milking cows in Norway — Haaland truly lives two lives, and that’s what makes him special.”
In an era when football stars are often criticized for losing touch with reality, Haaland’s quiet moments on the farm paint a different picture — one of a grounded, genuine man who hasn’t forgotten where he came from.