Puducherry's Selvi Amma Goes Viral for Mimicking Erling Haaland's Walk

Selvi Amma's Hilarious Haaland Impression

P. Selvi, affectionately known as Selvi Amma, a jersey seller from Puducherry, has captured the internet's attention by humorously imitating the iconic walk of Erling Haaland, the Norwegian striker for Manchester City. Haaland recently played a pivotal role in Norway's journey to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, marking the team's first advancement since 1998.

Haaland's Impact at the World Cup

During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Erling Haaland emerged as a key player for Norway, leading them to the quarter-finals for the first time. Despite their eventual 2-1 loss to England in Miami, Haaland's performance was remarkable, scoring seven goals across six matches.

The Viral Mimicry of Haaland's Walk

Haaland's unique walk has become a cultural phenomenon, and Selvi Amma's imitation has taken social media by storm. In a viral video, she mimics his distinctive gait, characterized by a slightly bowed head and hunched shoulders, perfectly capturing the essence of the Manchester City star's pre-match demeanor.

Selvi Amma's Endearing Mispronunciations

Adding to the charm of her viral video, Selvi amusingly mispronounces Haaland's name as 'Anand.' Her playful mispronunciations of other football legends, such as calling Lionel Messi 'Android Messi' and Kylian Mbappe 'Papa,' have further endeared her to fans online.

Meet the Football Jersey Queen

P. Selvi operates a small jersey shop named '350 Shirts' in the Nainarmandabam area of Ariyankuppam, Puducherry. Known as the 'Football Jersey Queen,' she showcases jerseys with infectious enthusiasm, making sports apparel affordable, with prices ranging from INR 250 to 350. Her newfound fame has attracted numerous visitors eager to take selfies and purchase jerseys from this social media sensation.