Police case filed against Erling Haaland after allegedly hitting mascot, Man City deny allegations

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is facing allegations of assault after reportedly striking the club’s mascot, Moonbeam, before a match against Southampton. Man City has denied any wrongdoing, citing lack of evidence. Read about the full controversy.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is at the center of controversy after allegations surfaced that he struck the club’s mascot, Moonbeam, on the back of the head before a Premier League match against Southampton in October 2024. The incident has led to a police complaint, but Manchester City have reportedly denied any wrongdoing.

The allegations stem from an incident at the Etihad Stadium where Haaland allegedly hit the back of the head of the club’s mascot, Moonbeam, portrayed by a temporary female employee. Reports suggest that the woman initially believed she had been hit by a stray football while posing for a photograph. However, she later learned that Haaland had allegedly struck her from behind.

Following the incident, the woman, who had been working as Moonbeam since last summer, went for medical checks at a hospital the following day. She reportedly filed an assault complaint with Greater Manchester Police after the incident.

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