Norwegian football sensation Erling Haaland is set to make his mark in the world of video games with a new collaboration with the popular mobile game Clash of Clans. The upcoming football-themed seasonal event will feature Haaland as the ‘Barbarian King’, a key character within the game. This will be the first time that a character inspired by a real individual has been introduced in Clash of Clans, which has over two billion downloads.
The event will showcase Haaland as a playable character, as well as starring in a cinematic trailer with a custom soundtrack. In the trailer, Haaland will be seen interacting with the game’s characters before transitioning into the animated realm of Clash of Clans. Fans will have access to both the trailer and exclusive details on May 1st, available for download on the App Store.
From May 1st until June 30th, players can enjoy various soccer-themed elements being introduced to the game throughout the month. These include special troops and medal events. Additionally, fans can challenge Haaland’s village within the game as an added test.
Haaland expressed his excitement about this partnership with Clash of Clans, stating his long-standing admiration for the game and how thrilling it is to be featured as a playable character. Stuart McGaw, general manager of Clash of Clans, shared his enthusiasm for collaborating with Haaland, emphasizing their team’s dedication to bringing one of the world’s premier athletes into the gaming world for players to enjoy a unique experience.
With this new collaboration between Haaland and Clash of Clans, fans can look forward to an exciting new seasonal event that combines football and gaming in an unforgettable way.
