Colombian drug smugglers use Erling Haaland's name on cocaine packaging

Erling Haaland's name and image have been used by Colombian drug smugglers on packages of cocaine. Authorities in Ecuador seized 469 kilograms of cocaine from a truck near the Colombia-Ecuador border, with the bricks featuring Haaland’s likeness. An anonymous tip led to the search of the vehicle. Such practices are common among smugglers to indicate ownership of narcotics. Haaland gained popularity as a standout player in the FIFA World Cup and has gone viral for various reasons since then.

• 8:14 AMYahoo Sports — Erling Haaland’s name and face used on packaging by Colombian drug smugglers