Erling Haaland Majin Buu Comparisons

The absurdity of comparing a world-class athlete to a cartoon character struck a chord, making fans laugh and share the meme as a relatable joke about appearances. It’s like seeing your friend in a goofy costume and just having to share that moment.

A hilarious meme comparing soccer star Erling Haaland to Dragon Ball Z's Majin Buu, sparking joy and absurdity among fans.

Fans share the meme in various contexts, often during soccer events or when Haaland scores. For example, someone might caption a highlight reel with, 'When you realize Haaland is just Majin Buu in disguise!'

The meme kicked off on January 9, 2021, when Twitter user DepalomitaOk posted an artwork of Haaland as Majin Buu, standing in front of the Borussia Dortmund logo. Though it started small, the concept quickly gained traction as fans began to see the resemblance and create their own versions.

1. 2021-01The first known meme comparing Erling Haaland to Majin Buu is posted on Twitter.View original tweet↗

The meme exploded during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as Haaland's popularity surged on social media. It spread across platforms like Instagram and TikTok, with fans creating edits and remixes that kept the joke alive.