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Brighton apologise after insensitive use of WWII image

Brighton have been forced to issue an apology after winger Kaoru Mitoma and an academy talent posed for a picture with an image of an infamous Japanese WWII soldier. The post sparked huge backlash on social media, particularly in China, as the Premier League side 'sincerely apologised' for any offence caused by the post in question, uploaded as part of the academy's participation in the Premier League Christmas Truce Tournament.

Frequently asked questions

Erling Haaland is an archetypal striker, a proper fox in the box, and relishes being fed while he uses his intelligent off the ball movement inside the penalty area.

Although he is a Norwegian, Erling Haaland was born in Leeds, West Yorkshire, in England, given that his father, Alfie Haaland was plying his trade for Leeds United at the time.

Erling Haaland has been wearing the No.9 jersey for Manchester City, mainly featuring as a traditional striker for the Premier League giants.

Erling Haaland is among the tallest forwards in the top five European leagues, standing at 1.95m (6ft 4in). Inspite his tall frame, he is renowned for his speed.

The mighty Norwegian forward weighs 88kg (194 lbs), and yet he is arguably the fastest out and out striker in the business at the moment.

Erling Haaland moved to his hometown, Bryne, at the age of three and joined the academy of Bryne at the age of five in 2005. He spent almost the entirety of his youth career at Bryne.

No, Erling Haaland doesn't have any children yet.

The former Borussia Dortmund striker is yet to marry, but he is currently in a relationship with Isabel Haugseng Johansen, who is a woman footballer herself. The duo reportedly started dating when Haaland was playing for Borussia Dortmund.