Meet Erling Haaland’s Parents: Alf-Inge Haaland and Gry Marita Braut

Erling Braut Haaland, born July 21, 2000, in Leeds, England, is renowned for his remarkable football skills. He comes from a Norwegian family with strong athletic roots—his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, was a former footballer, and his mother, Gry Marita Braut, a former heptathlete. This sports-focused upbringing shaped Erling‘s early life and career.

Though little is known about the family’s religious views, their lives have been centered around sports and education. Erling has two younger siblings, Astor Haaland and Gabrielle Braut Haaland, who are both interested in athletics and continue the family’s sporting tradition.

After attending Stavanger videregående skole in Norway, Erling shifted focus to football. He started his career at Bryne FK before moving on to Molde FK, Red Bull Salzburg, and Borussia Dortmund, where his goal-scoring ability became widely recognized.

Now a Premier League star at Manchester City, Haaland‘s success is a testament to his family’s influence and dedication to excellence in sports.

Alf-Inge Haaland

Alf-Inge Haaland, born on November 6, 1972, in Stavanger, Norway, carved out a notable career in football. His journey began in Norway but took him to England, where he played for clubs like Nottingham Forest, Leeds United, and Manchester City.

His time at Manchester City, where a notorious incident with Roy Keane occurred, has been well-documented, but his career also includes stints with the Norway national team. Post-retirement, Alf-Inge transitioned into a role as Erling‘s agent and advisor, playing a crucial part in his son’s high-profile transfers, including the move to Manchester City.

Gry Marita Braut

Gry Marita Braut, Erling‘s mother, brings an equally impressive athletic background to the family. As a former heptathlete, her discipline in track and field events reflects in Erling‘s approach to fitness and sports.

Her marriage to Alf-Inge, while now dissolved, was marked by a shared passion for sports, which undoubtedly shaped Erling‘s early life. Gry‘s athleticism and role in nurturing Erling’s sporting spirit are less highlighted but equally vital. Her decision to keep a low profile post-marriage underscores her commitment to family over fame.