Erling Haaland appears with buzzcut as Manchester City win season opener
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Erling Haaland appears with buzzcut as Manchester City win season opener

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Manchester City striker Erling Haaland debuted a buzzcut in the club's 2-1 Premier League victory over Bournemouth, marking a visual change from his previous long hair.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland entered the team's season-opening match against AFC Bournemouth with a freshly shaved head, replacing the long blond hair that had become part of his public image. The change was revealed in a YouTube video posted by the player before the game, which also showed reactions from friends, family and teammates.

City secured a 2-1 win on Sunday, earning three points in the new Premier League campaign. Haaland did not score but registered five shots during the match.

The 26-year-old has been with Manchester City since the 2022-23 season, accumulating 133 appearances, 112 goals and 24 assists for the club up to the start of the 2026-27 season.

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