Antonela Roccuzzo Shares Messi’s Love for Children and Family Plans
In a heartfelt interview with Vogue Mexico published on August 22, 2025, Antonela Roccuzzo, the wife of football legend Lionel Messi, opened up about their family life and future aspirations. Roccuzzo joyfully shared, “Messi loves children. After those three little boys, we decided to try for a daughter, and we’re thrilled to announce we’re expecting our fourth child, a girl, next spring.” The revelation, made during a cover feature for the magazine, has delighted fans, offering a rare glimpse into the personal life of the Inter Miami star and his close-knit family.
Messi and Roccuzzo, childhood sweethearts from Rosario, Argentina, have been together since 2008 and married in a grand 2017 ceremony attended by football icons like Neymar and Luis Suárez. The couple already shares three sons—Thiago, 12, Mateo, 9, and Ciro, 7—and their announcement of expecting a daughter marks a new chapter for the family. Roccuzzo, an entrepreneur and influencer with nearly 40 million Instagram followers, described Messi’s deep affection for their children. “Leo is an incredible father. He’s always playing with the boys, teaching them football, or just being silly with them,” she said. “He’s dreamed of having a little girl, and we’re so excited it’s happening.”
The decision to expand their family comes as Messi, now 38, continues to shine in the MLS with Inter Miami, where he has scored 14 goals in 16 matches this season. Despite his demanding career, Roccuzzo emphasized their commitment to maintaining a “super normal” family life. “We’re a team,” she told Vogue. “We balance everything—his training, my work, and the kids’ schedules. It’s busy, but we make it work because family is our priority.” Roccuzzo, who owns a children’s fashion brand, highlighted their efforts to instill values like respect and humility in their sons, lessons they hope to pass on to their daughter.
The announcement was accompanied by a stunning photoshoot, with Roccuzzo radiant in designs by Dior and Gucci, subtly showcasing her early pregnancy. Fans on X flooded the platform with congratulations, with one user writing, “Messi and Antonela expecting a girl is the wholesome news we needed!” Another posted, “From three boys to a little princess—can’t wait to see Messi as a girl dad!” The couple’s joy was evident in Roccuzzo’s comments about their preparations, including decorating a nursery and involving their sons in welcoming their sister.
As Messi prepares for Argentina’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers and Inter Miami’s playoff push, the prospect of fatherhood to a daughter adds a new dimension to his legacy. Roccuzzo’s candid sharing of their family’s plans underscores their enduring bond, proving that even global superstars cherish the simple joys of parenthood.
