A closer look into Erling Haaland's diet habits & 'magic potion' that make him Manchester City's beast

A closer look into Erling Haaland's diet habits & 'magic potion' that make him Manchester City's beast

Eric Munene 11:20 - 25.09.2024

Erling Haaland has been a blessing for Manchester City ever since joining and has already scored 10 goals this season. Have a closer look at his diet and secret weapon that make him such a gem for Manchester City.

When Erling Haaland is not eating up team's defences he is chowing down on a specific diet that ensures he stays at the top of his game.

Erling Haaland's success isn’t just attributed to his natural talent; it’s also heavily influenced by a unique protein diet that he adheres to meticulously.

In his documentary titled Haaland: The Big Decision, the 24-year-old striker shares about his unconventional eating habits, which have left even Hollywood stars like Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson astonished.

Erling Haaland’s diet

Haaland’s dietary routine is as intense as his training regimen. He consumes a staggering 6,000 calories daily, focusing on nutrient-dense foods that fuel his body for peak performance.

In the documentary, Erling Haaland reveals his fascination with organ meats, specifically heart and liver. “You [other people] don’t eat this, but I am concerned with taking care of my body,” he explains while showcasing large cuts of organ meats from his butcher.

Haaland’s approach to nutrition goes beyond just what he eats; it also includes how he consumes his food. He insists on drinking only filtered water, which he believes has significant health benefits. “I have also started to filtrate my water a bit. I think it can have great benefits for my body,” he states in the documentary. This commitment to hydration plays a vital role in his recovery and performance.

The "Magic Potion"

In 2023, Erling Haaland posted photos of himself sitting on a table with two bottles of his magic potion.

The caption, "Me and my magic potion" stunned and all 6.4 million of his followers along with the rest from the 10.6 million who saw that photo.

Haaland stresses on importance on recovery and sleep

In addition to his unique diet, Haaland emphasizes the significance of recovery. He incorporates ice baths into his routine and utilizes specialized glasses to filter out blue light, improving his sleep quality.

Erling Haaland with his late uncle Ivar Eggja.

“Sleep is vital to recharge the batteries,” he says, underlining that even the most intense training regimens require adequate rest for optimal performance.

A combination of hard training, natural talent, a high protein diet along with some hydration and quality sleep, you might just turn out to be Erling Haaland yourself.