In a heartwarming Instagram post, 24-year-old Diogo Dalot and his fiancee, Claudia Pinto, joyfully announced the birth of their daughter, Clara, on November 15, 2023.
The touching black-and-white photo captures the couple clasping their newborn’s hand, marking a special moment for the Manchester United player and his family.
Dalot’s current teammates, including Sergio Reguilon and Sofyan Amrabat, promptly shared their congratulations in the comments. Notably, former Manchester United stars like David de Gea and Juan Mata also joined in.
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Dalot’s Absence from Portugal’s Euro 2024 Qualifiers
Just days before the joyous announcement, Dalot withdrew from Portugal’s squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Liechtenstein and Poland due to “personal reasons.”
Despite an impressive start to the season, having played 16 times in all competitions, Dalot’s unexpected absence led to the call-up of Joao Mario.
The Portugal statement cited Dalot’s release from the national team for personal reasons after communication with coach Roberto Martinez.
Dalot and Pinto, who have been together since 2020, have shared their journey publicly, including Pinto joining Dalot in Italy during his loan spell with AC Milan.
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Their engagement, celebrated in March with a romantic proposal surrounded by roses and a luminous “Marry Me?” sign, further adds to the positive chapter in the couple’s life.
In the midst of personal milestones and professional commitments, Diogo Dalot’s story unfolds as a tale of love, family, and the interconnected world of football.
