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For the Future

August 18, 2026 • DENON

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It has just been revealed by Peruvian authorities that 91 newborn babies were named “Erling Haaland” during the FIFA World Cup. Another 486 babies were named Haaland. All of this was a tribute to Norway’s star striker, Erling Haaland. That influence in the present that will have a huge influence for the future. What kind of difference are you making today that will also contribute to a difference in the future? One football or soccer player will see his name in over 575 new babies. I hope that you are doing something that will be really great. It would be a great failure to live your life and make an excuse rather than making a difference. The greatest danger is succeeding at something that doesn’t really matter. What are you doing for the future?