It had been almost three years since Erling Haaland and Misa met at a charity event in Oslo. He, one of the world's best footballers. She, a Russian model who, beneath her fame, remained a simple girl.

They had never left each other since that day.

Misa had always been by his side, through the best and most difficult moments of Erling's career. With her, he could forget about football and simply be himself.

That's why he'd made a decision.

He wanted to propose.

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After training with the Norwegian national team, almost all the players remained in the locker room, laughing and joking. Only Erling was sitting off to the sidelines, a small velvet box in his hands.

Martin Ødegaard observed him for a few seconds before approaching.

"I know you well enough to know you're not worried about a match."

Erling, I'm sorry.

"You're right."

Sørloth, Patrick Berg, and the others also approached, curious.

"What's going on?" Sørloth asked.

Erling slowly opened the box.

The ring glinted under the locker room lights.

For a moment, silence fell.

"Finally," Ødegaard said with a smile.

Erling's augmentation.

"Was it that obvious?"

"Only about a year ago."

Laughter filled the room.

"I want to ask Misa to marry me," Erling said. "But I want it to be a perfect surprise."

Patrick, I'm sorry.

"And we can help you."

"Exactly."

Erling explained his plan: take Misa to the lakeside cabin where they had spent their first weekend together and propose there.

Ødegaard nodded, satisfied.

"I like it. Romantic and simple."

"The problem is, she knows me too well," Erling admitted. "If she sees me nervous, she'll immediately realize I'm hiding something."

Sørloth burst out laughing.

"Brother... you're already nervous."

"Thanks for the support."

"You're welcome."

The locker room erupted in laughter.

Ødegaard immediately took charge.

"Then let's do this. We'll keep her busy while you get everything ready."

"I'll take care of the photographer," said Patrick.

"I'll take care of the decorations," added Strand Larsen.

Sørloth raised his hand.

"And me?"

Ødegaard apologized.

"You... you won't talk to her."

"Why?"

Patrizio stood up.

"Because you're capable of wishing her a happy wedding before even proposing."

The laughter resumed even louder.

Even Erling doubled over with laughter.

When silence returned, he looked at the ring once more.

"I've played in front of thousands of people, but I've never been this nervous."

Ødegaard patted him on the shoulder.

"Because this is the most important match of your life."

At that moment, Erling's phone vibrated.

❤️ Misa: "I miss you. I can't wait to see you again."

A spontaneous smile lit up his face.

"I miss you too. I promise this weekend will be unforgettable. ❤️"

Misa sent the message without suspecting anything.

What he didn't know was that, with the help of his teammates, Erling was planning the moment that would change their lives forever.