Erling Haaland Returns to Oslo with Texas Taxidermied Raccoon

Erling Haaland Returns to Oslo with Texas Taxidermied Raccoon

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland bought a taxidermied raccoon and other Western souvenirs in Dallas during Norway’s World Cup round-of-32 match, the Los Angeles Times reported. The raccoon, displayed holding a bottle, later appeared on his return trip to Oslo after Norway’s quarter-final defeat. Vogue noted that Haaland arrived in Oslo carrying the Dolce & Gabbana tote and the taxidermied raccoon, while USA Today described the souvenir as holding a whiskey bottle.

Euronews confirmed the raccoon, purchased in the United States, was part of his luggage following the quarter-final loss. Bored Panda reported that the unusual souvenir sparked a surge in sales for the Dallas store and generated a wave of online memes.

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July 15, 2026
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Erling Haaland Returns to Norway Carrying Taxidermy Raccoon from Texas
Erling Haaland Returns to Norway Carrying Taxidermy Raccoon from Texas

Bored Panda • 15 Jul 17:58

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland arrived in Oslo with a $750 taxidermy raccoon bought in Dallas, prompting a surge in sales for the store and a wave of online memes.

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July 14, 2026
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Norway striker Erling Haaland brings Texas souvenirs home after World Cup match
Norway striker Erling Haaland brings Texas souvenirs home after World Cup match

Los Angeles Times • 14 Jul 19:20

Erling Haaland bought a taxidermied raccoon and other Western items in Dallas during Norway's World Cup round of 32, prompting a surge in sales for the local store.

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Erling Haaland spends roughly $10,000 on Western-themed items in Dallas after World Cup exit
Erling Haaland spends roughly $10,000 on Western-themed items in Dallas after World Cup exit

Yahoo Sports • 14 Jul 13:42

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland and four teammates purchased Western clothing and novelty taxidermy in Dallas, spending about $10,000 following Norway's quarter-final loss at the World Cup.

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Erling Haaland returns to Oslo with taxidermied raccoon souvenir
Erling Haaland returns to Oslo with taxidermied raccoon souvenir

Euronews.com • 14 Jul 11:33

After Norway's World Cup quarter-final loss, striker Erling Haaland arrived in Oslo carrying a taxidermied raccoon holding a whiskey bottle, a purchase made during his recent trip to Dallas.

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Erling Haaland carries taxidermied raccoon souvenir from Dallas store after World Cup match
Erling Haaland carries taxidermied raccoon souvenir from Dallas store after World Cup match

USA Today • 14 Jul 03:08

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland was seen with a taxidermied raccoon holding a bottle, a souvenir purchased at Wild Bill's Western in Dallas, during his team's return to Oslo following a World Cup loss.

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July 13, 2026
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Norwegian striker Erling Haaland returns to Oslo with luxury bag and taxidermied raccoon
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland returns to Oslo with luxury bag and taxidermied raccoon

Vogue • 13 Jul 19:44

After Norway's loss in the World Cup quarter-finals, striker Erling Haaland arrived in Oslo carrying a Dolce & Gabbana tote and a taxidermied raccoon purchased in the United States.

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