Erling Haaland’s World Cup breakout is turning him into America’s favorite athlete, and crypto is paying attention
Erling Haaland scored seven goals in five matches at the 2026 World Cup, helping Norway reach the quarterfinals against England. His viral celebration and humor boosted his popularity, jersey sales and brand value. Trading in Solana-based meme tokens like $HAALAND and $VIKINGROW surged, though none are endorsed by Haaland and their longevity is unconfirmed.
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