Julián Álvarez will be taking the field with Argentina during the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, and fans might be curious to know more about his longtime girlfriend, María Emilia Ferrero.
When Did Julián Álvarez and María Emilia Ferrero Meet?
The 26-year-old is from Calchín, Córdoba, Argentina, the same small town where Julián grew up. They reportedly first met when they were in school, and dated when they were younger before rekindling their romance around 2020.
The two made their relationship public in 2022, around the time that he moved to England to play for Manchester City. She later relocated with him, and has continued to support his career as he moved to Atlético Madrid in Spain. He has made it clear that he plans to leave, and top clubs like Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Arsenal are reportedly in discussions for his next transfer.
What Does María Emilia Ferrero Do for a Living?
Emilia has an athletic background of her own, having previously played field hockey, a popular sport in Argentina.
She also trained to become a physical education teacher. She has since become a social media influencer over the years, posting about her family, their travels, and her longtime love’s soccer career, amassing over 700,000 followers on Instagram alone.
Do They Have Any Kids Together?
The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Amadeo, in January of 2026. Emilia shared photos of their baby watching Julián during the World Cup, calling it their first World Cup together.
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