Julián Álvarez Shared a Photo of Him and His Girlfriend in Calchín as Teenagers and Left Everyone Speechless
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- Julián Álvarez posted a nostalgic photo of himself and his girlfriend, Emilia Ferrero, as teenagers on Instagram.
- He dedicated a heartfelt birthday message to Ferrero, calling her his "best companion" and "best mom."
- The photo, taken at a dance in their hometown of Calchín, showed them in their youth, with Ferrero wearing braces and Álvarez holding a hamburger.
As he gears up for the World Cup debut, Argentine forward Julián Álvarez shared a touching throwback photo with his girlfriend, María Emilia Ferrero, celebrating her birthday. The post, which included a tender image of them as teenagers, quickly captured the attention of his over 19 million Instagram followers.
Álvarez, affectionately known as 'El Araña' (The Spider), penned an emotional tribute to Ferrero, who turned 26 on June 12th. Despite being apart due to his concentration with the national team in Kansas City, Álvarez expressed his deep affection. "The best companion, the best mom, and the same incredible person I fell in love with," he wrote, thanking her for her love, patience, and for making their lives better daily. He also included emojis representing their son Amadeo, their dog Tarzán, and a spider, referencing his nickname.
The best companion, the best mom, and the same incredible person I fell in love with. Thank you for so much love, so much patience, and for making our lives better every day. Happy birthday, my love, we love you.
Ferrero responded warmly in the comments, calling her partner and son "my best gift" and expressing her love. The birthday message comes at a time when Álvarez is also reportedly a subject of transfer speculation, with Real Madrid allegedly making a significant offer to Atlético de Madrid for his services.
The highlight of the post for many followers was an old, endearing photograph from a dance in Calchín, Álvarez's hometown in Córdoba. The image offers a glimpse into their past: Ferrero is seen wearing braces, while Álvarez sports a colorful polo shirt and holds a hamburger, capturing a relaxed moment from their youth. The background even features the crest of Club Atlético Calchín, the first team Álvarez played for, adding another layer of nostalgia to the snapshot.
My best gift, you guys. I love you.
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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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