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Erling Haaland brings taxidermy raccoon back to Norway after World Cup
By Sanjesh Singh at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
Norway is out of the World Cup, but Erling Haaland is still doing Erling Haaland things.
The 6-foot-5 striker was already popular in the soccer world, but his stock grew significantly throughout the 2026 tournament. Fans from all over the world, including China, became a fan of his energetic a...
Key takeaway Fittingly, the 25-year-old Manchester City forward returned home to Norway with a Haaland-like souvenir: a taxidermy raccoon holding an alcohol bottle.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The mention of TEX as a potential name for Erling Haaland's taxidermy raccoon is a nod to the Lone Star State, where the soccer star's eccentric souvenir was likely acquired. Given Frisco 's proximity to Dallas-Fort Worth, it's possible that Haaland picked up the unusual item during a visit to the area. The fact that Haaland is engaging with his fans about the raccoon's name, including a Texas-themed option, suggests that he may have developed a connection to the region during his time in the United States. As a community that values its connections to the global soccer scene, Frisco residents may be interested to know that their city's cultural influence can extend far beyond its borders, even to international soccer stars like Haaland. The taxidermy raccoon has become an unlikely ambassador for Texas charm, and its new home in Norway will likely serve as a conversation starter about the state's eclectic culture.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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What is this story about? Norway is out of the World Cup, but Erling Haaland is still doing Erling Haaland things.
The 6-foot-5 striker was already popular in the soccer world, but his stock grew significantly throughout the 2026 tournament. Fans from all over the world, including China, became a fan of his energetic a...
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