Just a few days after defeating Manchester City with a historic hat-trick in the Champions League, the Uruguayan midfielder shone again this Saturday evening in La Liga. During the reception of Elche, he greatly contributed to the big victory of Real Madrid (4-1) by scoring a spectacular goal, confirming that he is currently going through the best period of his career.
Beyond his athletic performances, it was a family anecdote that captivated the attention of supporters after the match. His partner shared a humorous post on social media, derisively noting that Valverde seems to reach her “prime” — her peak level of play — every time she is pregnant. “Me realizing that my husband is at his prime every time I’m pregnant. “, she wrote.
Valverde at his prime
This outing, full of complicity, quickly went around the web, amusing Madrid fans who see in this coincidence a happy omen for the rest of the season.
A pillar of Real
The “Fede” Valverde of 2026 has established himself as an indispensable pillar of the Merengue system. Capable of combining an exceptional volume of play with surgical precision in front of goal, he has become the engine of the Merengue midfielder. His current form is a major asset for Real Madrid, who enter the final phase of the competitions with complete confidence in their Uruguayan international, whose effectiveness seems as solid on the pitch as his happiness is evident off it.
