Find out why Haaland uses the name Braut on Norway's World Cup shirt

Forward Haaland caught the attention of the most attentive fans during the match between Norway and Ivory Coast this Tuesday afternoon (30). The reason? The name "Braut" printed on the player's shirt. The center forward is Brazil's next opponent in the 2026 World Cup.

Those who follow the player's football during the regular season are used to seeing him play with just the name "Haaland" on his shirt. The striker is also known by his first name "Erling". However, "Braut" represents the surname of the player's mother, Gry Marita Braut. The choice is a tribute to the family's maternal roots.

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The name "Haaland" comes from his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, a former professional player.

Haaland's roots
Gry Marita Braut stood out in athletics in Norway, winning several national titles in the heptathlon. Haaland himself has revealed, on different occasions, that he grew up surrounded by sport.

He also stated that, before dedicating himself exclusively to football, he also practiced athletics, an experience that he considers important to develop characteristics that are now part of his identity as a player, such as speed, physical power and explosiveness.

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Although clubs continue to use just "Haaland", it is not the first time that the Norwegian has used the name "Braut Haaland" when representing the national team. Contrary to what some fans have come to think, "Braut" is not a nickname created for sporting purposes. It is a traditional Norwegian surname, associated with families and rural properties in the country.

Haaland

The classification came after the striker scored a decisive goal in the clash against the Ivory Coast team. Brazil, on the other hand, eliminated Japan with emotion until the last moments of the game.

The match also marks a recent rivalry between Halland and the Brazilian defense. The Norwegian striker and defender Gabriel Magalhães have already clashed a few times in matches between Arsenal and Manchester City.

Next Sunday's match (5) between the teams promises to intensify the clash between the players.

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Source: CNN