A relationship drama has divided the internet after a woman was caught using a customised adult toy featuring Premier League star Erling Haaland, leading her partner to accuse her of cheating.
The story emerged when a man reportedly took to social media after discovering a picture of the Manchester City star on his girlfriend's sex toy. A screenshot of the confrontation began circulating, sparking fiery debate on what has been dubbed 'micro-cheating'.
The viral image
The post, featuring a screenshot image from X, shows an opened cupboard filled with devices adorned with Haaland's face, with the caption: 'is it considered cheating if your girl puts an athlete's face on her vibrators.' The controversial image appears to be a publicity stunt rather than a genuine admission, but it sparked debate about whether such an act counts as unfaithful.
Many commenters were adamant the football-themed vibrators constituted infidelity. One user wrote: 'A fantasy that isn't ever a possibility isn't cheating otherwise when he imagines a celebrity or whatever that would also be considered cheating.' Others agreed but pointed out the homemade Haaland sex toy was still inappropriate.
'Cheating? No. Weird? Abso-freakin-lutely.'
One user added: 'I'm not exactly sure it's cheating but it is very weird and offensive.' However, some were certain having an image of another man in the bedroom counted as unfaithful, with one poster writing: 'Definitely is cheating lol', and another: 'It's the weirdest form of cheating I have ever seen.'
Micro-cheating debate
Some users labelled the sex toys as an example of 'micro-cheating', a slang term for small, subtle actions—like hidden text messages, subtle flirting, or saving a contact under a fake name—that breach a partner's trust and direct energy outside an exclusive relationship.
Despite many Instagram posts suggesting the viral image came from a boyfriend asking the internet, the Daily Star could not verify the tweet, and the supposed account appears not to be real. It is unclear who was behind the stunt, although the Daily Star has approached the manufacturer for comment.
