{
  "id": 5957306,
  "title": "‘I miss my long hair’: Haaland opens up on his new look after Man City win",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/06/i-miss-my-long-hair-haaland-opens-up-on-his-new-look-after-man-city",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-06T10:37:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/sport/soccer/premier-league/2026-09-06-i-miss-my-long-hair-haaland-opens-up-on-his-new-look-after-man-city-win/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City striker Erling Haaland admitted he misses his long hair but revealed it was time for a change following his new short haircut this season. Haaland showcased the new look after scoring the decisive goal in City’s 1-0 Premier League win over Coventry City, maintaining the team's unbeaten streak. The Norway international has been sporting the shorter hairstyle since the start of the season. When asked about the change, Haaland admitted he enjoyed the new look, although he missed his signature long hair. \"It's much easier. I think it was time for a change. I like it. Of course, I miss my long hair, but it was time for a change and, so far, I've enjoyed it. It will grow back and be long again, hopefully,\" Haaland told ESPN Brazil. Haaland also reflected on Norway's historic World Cup victory over Brazil, where he scored twice. He emphasized the significance of the match for Norway, as Brazil has never previously beaten the Scandinavian team. \"It was a special game for Norway, because the last time we played in the World Cup we also played against Brazil, and Norway is the only team Brazil has never beaten. So it was special,\" Haaland said, adding that it was an amazing performance due to the team's control of the game. Haaland then praised Manchester City's new signings, believing players like Enzo Fernandez and Elliot Anderson quickly understand the demands of top-level football. \"Time will tell. We have a lot of new players who know the level. Enzo Fernandez knows what it takes to win titles, was already playing in the Premier League, and slotted straight into the team,\" Haaland said. \"The same with Elliot Anderson. He played in the Premier League for a long time and has played for the England national team, so he knows what it's like to play for a big club.\" City will now face a busy schedule, including European matches, a Manchester derby, and a Carabao Cup game against Norwich City.",
  "summary": "Manchester City striker Erling Haaland admitted he misses his long hair but said he felt it was time for a change after showing off a new short haircut this season.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "'I miss my long hair', Erling Haaland says after 300th club goal",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/06/i-miss-my-long-hair-erling-haaland-says-after-300th-club-goal",
        "published": "2026-09-06T10:34:34.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}