Drake uploads selfie of Manchester City superstar to Instagram post | OneFootball

Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland has appeared front and centre on a new Instagram post uploaded by global music icon Drake.

The Norwegian striker is no stranger to celebrity circles, with his fame extending well beyond football thanks to his record-breaking exploits at Manchester City and his larger-than-life personality.

Known for his bold fashion choices, striking media presence, and high-profile friendships, Erling Haaland has regularly been spotted alongside music stars, athletes, and public figures. This latest crossover into the music world follows a summer in which Haaland has dominated both football and lifestyle headlines.

Just months ago, he committed his long-term future to Manchester City by signing a mega contract extension running until 2034, largely ending rumours of a near-term Real Madrid move and removing a reported release clause from his previous deal.

That commitment came with high praise for Manchester City’s culture and Pep Guardiola’s influence, but it also confirmed that Erling Haaland’s star power will remain firmly tied to the Etihad Stadium for years to come.

Off the pitch, the 25-year-old has continued to court attention through major interviews, including a recent appearance in TIME magazine where he hit back at ‘tap-in merchant’ jibes and reflected on his ‘stay humble’ row with Arsenal, among numerous other talking points.

Now, accompanied by the caption, ‘Tired…too many bangers’, a selfie uploaded by Erling Haaland onto his Snapchat story from one of Drake’s recent Co-Op Live gigs in Manchester has been shared as a leading image on a new Instagram post from the global music superstar.

The post quickly gained traction, with thousands of fans commenting on the unlikely combination of one of football’s most feared strikers and one of music’s biggest global acts.

Drake’s choice to feature Erling Haaland so prominently only adds to the striker’s ever-growing public profile, especially in Manchester where both men draw huge crowds.

With City preparing for the upcoming 2025/26 season – including their pre-season clash with Palermo this weekend – Erling Haaland’s appearance in Drake’s post provides yet another example of how the striker’s influence now transcends sport.

Such moments boost his personal brand, which in turn benefits Manchester City’s global reach, an area the club has been keen to expand in recent years. Looking ahead, fans can expect more high-profile appearances from Erling Haaland, whether on the pitch chasing another Premier League golden boot or off it sharing moments with celebrities like Drake.