By Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Evelyn N
Published on 2024-02-13 12:04:02
Cameroonian female footballer Estelle Johnson shared her excitement over her pregnancy on social media on Monday, February 12, 2024. The 35-year-old international defender, who currently plays for North Carolina Courage in the NWSL, revealed that she is expecting a baby boy in August.
In an Instagram post, Johnson shared a photo of herself cradling her baby bump along with the caption, “A little miracle on the way. Baby Johnson is due in August 2024.” Her announcement was met with an outpouring of congratulations from teammates, fans, and the football community.
As a prominent figure on the Cameroonian women’s national team, Johnson has represented her country in major tournaments such as the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 and the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2022. Her pregnancy signals a new and significant chapter in her life, both personally and professionally, as she expressed her excitement about becoming a mother and starting this new family adventure.
In addition to sharing her joy, Johnson also extended her gratitude to her partner, family, and friends for their unwavering support throughout her career and during this new stage of her life.
Estelle Johnson’s pregnancy announcement serves as a message of hope and inspiration for women, athletes or not. It demonstrates that motherhood and professional success are not mutually exclusive, and that women can achieve great things while embracing their roles as mothers. The football community joins in Johnson’s joy, offering well wishes for a peaceful pregnancy and a joyous arrival.
Image: Estelle Johnson announcing her pregnancy on Instagram, Source: @estellejohnson
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