Why So Serious? Erling Haaland Turns Joker For Halloween; Goes Undercover To Prank Manchester
Manchester City's star striker, Erling Haaland, traded his football boots for a sinister smile this Halloween, transforming himself into the Joker and taking to the streets of Manchester to prank unsuspecting fans. The 25-year-old Norwegian international, known for terrifying Premier League defenses, proved he could also "scare the wits out of supporters" off the pitch.
Haaland's transformation into the iconic Batman villain was a meticulously crafted affair. In a video posted on his YouTube channel, Haaland is seen undergoing a complete makeover, with a makeup artist applying the Joker's signature scars, white face paint, and green hair dye. He completed the look with a purple suit, green vest, tie, and black gloves. The striker seemed pleased with the final result, exclaiming, "That looks sick!" before breaking into a diabolical laugh. His girlfriend, Isabel Haugseng Johansen, also joined in on the fun, dressing up as Catwoman.
Fully immersed in his role, Haaland ventured out into Manchester, interacting with locals and creating memorable, if slightly unnerving, encounters. He visited a gas station, where one customer immediately recognized him, asking, "Are you the Man City boy?". He also stopped by a store, where he was spotted purchasing diapers and a pack of Premier League trading cards featuring himself. One couple he encountered was particularly surprised, remarking, "It's completely crazy. I could not imagine that you would be dressed like this, in a store like this, on a Thursday night". Another customer praised his costume, saying, "Ah my God, you are a legend! You look cool".
Haaland's commitment to the Joker persona was evident throughout the night. He stayed in character, attempting to surprise and startle people with his eerie grin and unsettling makeup. He even showed off his football skills while in costume, juggling a ball and declaring, "Joker can also play football".
The video of Haaland's Halloween adventure quickly went viral, with fans praising his dedication to the costume and his playful sense of humor. The prank offered a glimpse into the Manchester City star's personality beyond his on-field accomplishments, reminding everyone that athletes are more than just statistics.
The timing of Haaland's Halloween antics comes as he prepares to return to Premier League action. After missing a midweek League Cup game against Swansea due to a knock sustained in a previous match, City manager Pep Guardiola confirmed that Haaland is fit to face Bournemouth on Sunday. With 11 goals in nine league games, Haaland currently leads the Premier League in scoring and will be looking to terrorize defenses once again, this time without the Joker makeup.
