Just about Noa Lang from PSV

Noa Lang scored twice for PSV yesterday, but it wasn't just a celebration: there was also trouble with the fans. And if you know anything about Noa, you know: where Noa is, something happens. He is the footballer who can just as easily deliver a nutmeg as a cheeky jab. With a big mouth, a big heart, and an even bigger sense of show. Whether you love him or find him terribly annoying, the fact is: Noa doesn't leave you cold.

Noa Lang: the showman of football

There are footballers who play football. And there are footballers who entertain. Noa Lang does both. With his characteristic nonchalant dribble, that ‘bring it on’ look, and his hair that is either freshly cut or living in its own rebellion, he is someone you recognize among thousands.

Where the average footballer plays it safe off the field, Noa takes a different approach. He wants to be seen. On Instagram. On the field. And now also: in his own documentary series. Because yes, the man has his own show. And to be honest: we watch.

Love and hate in the stands

So it happened again yesterday. Two goals. Fans on their feet. But also: Noa getting into it with the fans. An irritated look, a short applause towards the stands that was just sarcastic enough to stand out. He plays not only with the ball but also with emotions.

Two goals, one conflict

You would think: if you score twice as a forward, you are the hero of the day. But Noa is not the type to “score goals and quietly go home”. No, he has to say something, feel something, find something. And so the cameras after the match came not only for his goals but also for his grumbling. Because that's how he is. The man who doesn't park his emotions in the locker room.

His own docu and his own rules

Since Noa has his own documentary, we know: this is not an average footballer. He comes from a mix of cultures (his mother is Dutch, his father Surinamese), grew up in an environment where he had to stand his ground, and feels he is not too big for anything—or just too good for everything, depending on who you ask.

The docu shows that there is also a soft, sensitive boy behind that big mouth. Someone who doubts. Who makes mistakes. But above all: someone who knows who he is. And that is refreshing.

@primevideonl These have been stressful weeks for Noa 😅. #NoaLang #Oranje ♬ original sound – PrimeVideoNL

The fashion, the music, the opinions

Noa is also just a style icon in the making, let's be honest. His style is outspoken, with bomber jackets, bling, and pants that wouldn't look out of place in a Lil Baby music video. And his love for music is no secret—he is just as comfortable in a studio as on a training field.

His outfits? Always with a statement. His hairstyles? Not always to our taste, but always worth a conversation. His interviews? One big honest diary. Noa talks like he plays: direct, full of fire, and without a filter.

Is Noa the new Zlatan?

Zlatan Ibrahimović had it. Memphis Depay has it. And yes, Noa Lang has it too. That edge. That big ego that is just enough backed up with quality to get away with it. That magnetic mix of talent, self-importance, and entertainment.

Could Noa ever play for a club like AC Milan, PSG, or Real Madrid? Maybe. But even if he stays in the Netherlands or Belgium, we will still talk about him.

What we secretly like about Noa

Because no matter how annoying he can be at times, how tiring that frown or that finger pointing at the audience can be: Noa is his own brand. In a world where everything is often smooth and controlled, he is real. And that is rare. He shows that you can be both sensitive and fierce. And both insecure and outspoken.

And so, while half of the Netherlands waves him off with a sigh, we think: just give us a little more Noa. Because it's never boring.

5x typical Noa Lang

• He scores and shouts – Goal or discussion? With Noa, it's often both.
• His outfits deserve their own Insta account – And honestly: we would follow.
• His docu is just like a reality show – Emotion, fire, family, love: it's all in there.
• He says what he thinks – Not always handy, but refreshing.
• He is the footballer your friend finds annoying, but you secretly think is quite cool – Exactly that.

Read more about Noa's documentary on NPO Start