Russian Haaland Lookalike Says Viral Video Felt 'Like a Dream'
- Earlier this month, Russian model Anastasia Kostromina posted an Instagram video mimicking Norwegian striker Erling Haaland, gathering 6.4 million likes and highlighting her striking resemblance to the World Cup superstar.
- Friends and family noted the resemblance for years, but she waited until Haaland became a World Cup sensation before sharing the footage online. The video features her mimicking his trademark facial expressions and mannerisms.
- Initially confused by the comparison to a male footballer, the 24-year-old model now embraces the situation. "At first, to be honest, I didn't even understand how I could possibly resemble a male football player," Kostromina said.
- Supporting Norway, she watched the team reach the quarter-finals before losing to England, while Haaland scored seven goals including a double against Brazil in their last 16 match.
- Represented by Moscow-based Motion Model Management, Kostromina hopes Haaland will "see my video, maybe even laugh." She described the viral response as feeling like a dream, never expecting such massive engagement.
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Erling Braut Haaland and Norway are out of the World Cup. But the excitement surrounding the superstar is not over. A Russian Haaland copycat has been widely shared on social media.
"Honestly, I don't know if they look alike." Haaland Look-alike Contest That Stirred Miami. Over 200 fans participated in the Norwegian national team striker Erling Haaland look-alike contest held in Miami, USA, during the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup. On the 11th (local time), the sports prediction platform Kalshi [announced] in the US Flo
Haaland lookalike winner Perry Tagnander (left) and lookalike influencer Emma Kate Willman (right) [Source: Screenshot from Kalshi website] Haaland's supportive comment on a post by lookalike influencer Emma Kate Willman [Source: Screenshot from Instagram emmakwillman] 2... at the Erling Haaland lookalike contest held in Miami, USA during the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup
Moscow Model Goes Viral Worldwide for Her Uncanny Resemblance to Erling Haaland
Anastasia Kostromitina, a model from Moscow, has found herself in the global spotlight after a viral social media video showcased her striking resemblance to Norwegian football superstar Erling Haaland. The clip, filmed together with her mother, quickly attracted millions of viewers. It opens with the caption, "Does my daughter look like a star, or is it just me?" before comparing the model's appearance with photos of the Manchester City striker…
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