India, Aug. 1 -- There is no denying the fact that, among the many storylines from the World Cup that captivated the internet and fans, one of the biggest was Erling Haaland himself.

The Norwegian striker carved out a special place in people's hearts through both his on-field performances and off-field antics, along with plenty of meme-worthy moments.

By the time the World Cup came to an end, Haaland had already become a global internet sensation, with almost every move he made drawing special attention from fans across social media.

After starring for Norway during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Erling Haaland took some time off the pitch to meet one of sport's all-time greats.

The Manchester City forward posted a photo with NBA legend Mic...