Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard share such a close friendship that Haaland is known for pranking Odegaard, regardless of the outcome of their upcoming match on Sunday. This insight comes from their fellow Norway teammate, Sander Berge, who is also part of their close-knit group. The trio, who have been friends since September 2019 when they started playing together for the Norwegian national team, maintain constant communication through calls and texts.

As Manchester City’s Haaland and Arsenal’s Odegaard prepare to face each other in a highly anticipated Premier League clаsh at the Etihad Stadium, Berge believes that their friendship will remain intact regardless of the result. Berge describes Haaland as a humorous person who always wears a smile, and he suggests that Haaland’s pranks are unpredictable and keep everyone on their toes.

Initially, there were some uncertainties about how their friendship would withstand the competition between their club teams. However, as Haaland continues to score goals for City and Odegaard serves as captain for Arsenal, everyone has become accustomed to their success and enjoys watching them play. Berge fondly recalls his first encounter with Haaland, where the latter displayed his mischievous side by bringing the match ball to Berge after scoring a hat-trιck against his team.

Berge emphasizes the strong bond he shares with Haaland and Odegaard, stating that they often spend time together off the field. They have a shared interest in food and recovery, with a focus on nutrition and healthy meals. While Berge sees Haaland frequently due to their proximity, he maintains regular communication with Odegaard despite the distance.

Although they will compete against each other on the field, Berge highlights the mutual respect and friendship between Haaland and Odegaard. They approach their matches with a sense of enjoyment and never resort to kicking or disrespecting each other, regardless of the outcome. Berge considers it a privilege to be part of their friendship and witness their dedication to winning titles for their respective teams.