Erling Haaland announced that he will begin the new Premier League season with a dramatic change in appearance, opting for a tight buzzcut. The 26‑year‑old posted a short‑form video on his social media, captioned "New season, new trim," and showed a before‑and‑after comparison of his iconic blonde locks and the new shaved look. The striker hopes the fresh style will signal a new chapter as he heads into a match against Bournemouth at 14:00 BST.
During his haircut, Haaland was seen jokingly sharing earlier photos of his various hairstyles, from a full beard to a striking man bun, and even teasing some questionable future styles. His hairdresser cut the first piece, catching Haaland pale, but he quickly pulled a grin once the buzz cut was complete.
The change sparked a range of reactions. Haaland sent video messages to former teammate Jack Grealish, the rock‑star Noel Gallagher of Oasis, and former City boss Pep Guardiola. Grealish tweeted, "You look about 10 years old. That is hilarious. I can’t stop looking at the front of your hair. I love it." Guardiola chimed in, "No way. You’re lucky you have hair. I would love to have it. I love it." Gallagher also welcomed the move, adding, "You look about 17 years old. It’s good. Change is good." Meanwhile, Ibrahimovic – who had previously advised Haaland to keep his long hair as a symbol of strength – expressed disappointment, jokingly "blocking" Haaland after he chose a buzzcut instead.
The buzzcut marks Haaland’s first time sporting such short hair in a professional setting since his spell at Borussia Dortmund. The striker’s aim is that the new look will boost his confidence and energise his goal‑scoring efforts as the 2026–27 season heats up.
