Erling Haaland Reveals His Favourite Indian Food, Shares Secrets Behind His Elite Fitness
Norway star Erling Haaland has won over Indian fans by revealing his love for butter chicken, lamb chops and garlic naan. The Manchester City striker also shared insights into his disciplined diet, sleep routine and recovery methods that keep him at the top of world football.
July 06, 2026: Norwegian football star Erling Haaland is making headlines not only for his performances at the FIFA World Cup 2026 but also for his honest and down-to-earth personality. The prolific striker recently won the hearts of Indian fans after revealing that Indian cuisine is his favourite.
In a recent interview, Haaland was asked about his favourite foods. The Manchester City forward did not hesitate to praise Indian cuisine.
"I love Indian food, to be honest. I love the lamb chops, butter chicken, those two are my favourites, and garlic naan."
His comments quickly went viral on social media, with Indian football fans delighted to hear one of the world's biggest football stars express his love for some of India's most iconic dishes.
While Haaland clearly enjoys flavourful food, he is equally known for following one of the most disciplined fitness routines in world football.
Inside Erling Haaland's Strict Diet and Daily Routine
A video circulating on social media has offered a glimpse into the habits that help Haaland maintain his incredible physical condition throughout the season.
According to the video, the Norwegian striker consumes around 6,000 calories a day while avoiding ultra-processed foods. His diet is reportedly built around nutrient-rich whole foods, including grass-fed steak, eggs with sourdough bread, raw milk, and raw honey, ensuring his body gets high-quality nutrition.
Sleep is another important part of his routine. The video claims Haaland wears blue-light-blocking glasses before bedtime, tapes his mouth shut while sleeping to encourage nasal breathing, and follows a strict sleep schedule by going to bed at 10:30 PM every night.
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His mornings are equally structured. Soon after waking up, Haaland reportedly spends time in natural sunlight and takes a 10-minute walk outdoors. On darker mornings, he is said to use red-light therapy to support recovery and overall well-being.
In addition, the Manchester City striker regularly uses sauna sessions and cold-water therapy several times a week to aid muscle recovery and stay in peak physical condition.
Haaland's combination of a disciplined lifestyle, carefully planned nutrition, and consistent recovery routines has played a key role in helping him remain one of the fittest and most dominant footballers in the world.
