Former Argentina national team striker and current Atlas manager Hernán Crespo is expecting his fourth child, and his first with partner Antonella Silguero. The couple shared the news through social media alongside an ultrasound image, confirming they are expecting a baby girl.
Antonella Silguero, 33, and 51-year-old Hernán Crespo are expecting their first child together. The relationship between the former footballer and Silguero began on October 30, 2021, after they met through mutual friends in Buenos Aires. For Crespo, who already has three daughters—Nicole, Sofía, and Martina—from his previous 17-year marriage to Alessia Rossi, this will be his fourth child. For Silguero, it is her first.
The Social Media Announcement on November 3
The couple made their pregnancy public on Tuesday, November 3, sharing a series of photographs and an ultrasound scan on Instagram. Silguero wrote on her profile, El amor más grande y fuerte que existe. Bebita, no sabés cuánto te deseamos y cuánto te esperamos
(The greatest and strongest love that exists. Baby girl, you do not know how much we want you and how much we are waiting for you). Crespo responded in the comments section with the message, Nuestro sueño se vuelve realidad. Te amo y te admiro, amor de mi vida
(Our dream comes true. I love you and I admire you, love of my life).
Crespo posted an Instagram story showing him kissing Silguero’s baby bump, accompanied by the remark that his heart was bursting with joy after a long search to expand the family. The nickname Valdanito
—given to Crespo during his playing days as a prolific goalscorer—now applies to a father preparing for a new arrival while managing in Mexico.
From Low Profile to Engagement in Seychelles
During the initial months of their relationship, the couple maintained a low media profile. In May 2022, Silguero shared a photograph of them together on social media, prompting Crespo to comment, Hermosa, mi novia
(Beautiful, my girlfriend). Their romance became more widely visible during the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where they attended the final between Argentina and France.
The milestone of their relationship occurred during a vacation in Seychelles, where Crespo proposed marriage on the beach with a ring and a romantic dinner. Silguero shared memories of the proposal in October 2025, though public records and reports do not indicate whether they have formally completed a civil union.
Traveling the World and Living in Mexico
Silguero is a fashion entrepreneur and travel enthusiast who previously ran her own clothing business before embarking on international travels with Crespo. Her social media profile features posts from destinations such as the Maldives, London, New York, Paris, and Islas Mujeres.
The couple lived together in Qatar during Crespo’s tenure managing Al-Duhail SC, where they celebrated a local league title. In July 2026, they relocated to Mexico when Crespo was appointed head coach of Atlas Fútbol Club in Guadalajara. Atlas has performed strongly in the Apertura 2026 tournament under Crespo’s leadership, sitting in fourth place in the Liga MX table while the coach balances professional demands with impending fatherhood.
Unanswered Questions Regarding the Birth
As of the announcement, neither Crespo nor Silguero has disclosed an official due date for their daughter. While the couple confirmed the pregnancy and shared ultrasound images, further details regarding the expected birth timeline remain unannounced.
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