Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland recently spent $10,000 on western apparel and taxidermy during a private shopping trip at Wild Bill’s Western Store in Dallas, Texas. According to a manager at the store, Haaland and four teammates purchased cowboy boots, hats, and belt buckles, alongside unconventional items including a taxidermy raccoon and two squirrels.
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While Haaland’s $10,000 tab—which he reportedly covered in full—is a notable transaction for a single store, it reflects a broader pattern of sports stars seeking authentic, localized keepsakes while traveling for international competitions like the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Beyond traditional western attire, Haaland’s shopping list included items that highlight the intersection of kitsch and luxury. The store manager confirmed the acquisition of an “El Presidente” felt hat and a beaver felt hat, staples of premium western millinery. However, the most distinctive purchases were the taxidermy pieces: a raccoon holding a liquor bottle priced at $750, and two squirrels—one wearing a sheriff’s hat and another holding a Budweiser—each costing $450.
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