Credit: James Gilbert/ANP via Getty ImagesErling Haaland has skyrocketed in popularity after the 2026 World Cup, and now hes linked up with perhaps the most popular athlete in sports history.The world loves Erling Haaland following his spectacular performances with Norway in the 2026 World Cup. The soccer star has become one of the most popular athletes on the globe.If theres one man that knows what worldwide fame feels like all too well, its Michael Jordan. The NBA legend is among the most well-known names in the world, even outside of sports.While Haaland is starting to enter the prime of his career, MJ has been retired for a while. So when the two met one another recently, the GOAT might have imparted some good advice to the young superstar.Photo by Austin McAfee/Icon Sportswire via Getty ImagesErling Haalands picture with Michael Jordan went mega viralFollowing his stellar World Cup campaign, Haaland is currently enjoying some deserved vacation time. And he seemingly ran into Jordan, sharing a picture on his social media of the two in casual attire.The image went viral instantly, with fans commenting on everything from the height comparison to speculating about what the two must have spoken about.Two GOATs in one pic, holy aura!!! commented one fan. Ask him how to fly and suspend on the air, youll need it for set pieces next season, another fan wrote.Haaland looks small for the first time, observed one fan. 64-year-old Michael Jordan making Haaland look like a normal person is crazy, said a fourth fan.Havent seen Jordan smile this big in years. Everyone loves Haaland, a fan claimed. Not only are both of them best at their game, theyre very classy and have good sportsmanship, another fan said.Theres no way to know what the duo spoke about, but its safe to say one thing: Nearly every sports fan would love to be a fly on the wall listening in on this legendary link-up.Read more:Erling Haalands market value skyrockets post-World Cup as USMNT stars fail to crack top 100Norway fans continue World Cup Viking Row tradition during Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiereTom Holland gives update on when he will meet Erling Haaland for a dinner date