Key Takeaways
- Erling Haaland accepts Tom Holland’s dinner invitation.
- The soccer star initially snubbed Holland’s request to hang out.
- Holland shared the story during an appearance on “The Tonight Show”.
- Haaland continues to make headlines despite Norway’s World Cup exit.
Haaland’s Invitation
Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland is making amends with actor Tom Holland after initially ignoring his invitation to hang out. The athlete took to social media to extend a dinner invitation to Holland, saying, “Dinner invitation accepted @tomholland2013. A little late 😅 Just name the place!” This came after Holland shared the story of the snub during his appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon”.
Holland’s Experience
During the show, Holland revealed that his direct message to Haaland went unanswered because the soccer player had no idea who he was and thought he was just a random person. “Yes [I DM’d him], and I’ll tell you what. That is exactly the type of humbling experience that is important for actors,” Holland joked.
How It All Started
The actor, 29, decided to reach out to Haaland, 25, after spotting him at the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix last month. Despite the initial snub, Holland praised Haaland, calling him “incredible” and “an absolute legend”.
Haaland’s Recent Headlines
Even though Norway was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup, Haaland remains in the spotlight. He gained attention not only for his performance on the field but also for his quirky off-field antics, including a recent viral moment where he returned to Norway with a taxidermied raccoon after a loss to England. Fans appreciate his goofy personality, which contrasts with his formidable presence as a goal-scorer.