Five football players who rose to social media stardom at the World Cup
Summary
Several football players became very popular on social media during the World Cup by sharing moments from their games and personal lives. Players like Erling Haaland, Vozinha, Jude Bellingham, and Lamine Yamal gained millions of new followers by posting authentic and engaging content during the tournament.Key Facts
- Erling Haaland, a Norwegian player, gained 29 million Instagram followers in 30 days, reaching over 70 million.
- Haaland’s social media posts are informal and personal, unlike typical managed accounts.
- Vozinha, Cape Verde’s goalkeeper, saw his Instagram followers jump from 500,000 to nearly 5 million in hours after a strong game against Spain.
- Vozinha’s follower count now stands at about 29.3 million.
- Jude Bellingham from England has 50 million Instagram followers and gained 9 million recently, partly by sharing his mental health struggles.
- Lamine Yamal, a 19-year-old Spanish player, posts a mix of sports, family, and sponsorship content and is growing in popularity.
- Social media helps football players connect with fans and share behind-the-scenes views of the World Cup.
- Established stars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Neymar also saw big increases in followers during the tournament.
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