19:50
2026-07-09
ibtimes.co.uk
artificial-intelligence
How Norwegian Striker Erling Haaland Became China's Favourite Star, Meme and 'Ha Bao' Icon
Norwegian striker Erling Haaland has become a cultural phenomenon in China, amassing over 7 million followers on Weibo and Douyin in just over a month through memes, AI edits, and the fan-created nick…