- Amarachi Nwankwo and Menaye Donkor are among the five WAGs who embody resilience, ambition, and dedication in their roles as wives and professionals
- Former beauty queen Adaeze Igwe balances her modelling career and motherhood while actively engaging in humanitarian work
- Lalla Diakité prioritised her family, supporting Didier Drogba’s career by becoming a full housewife
In the world of football, where glory and challenges go hand in hand, the support systems often remain unsung.
The wives of these African football legends stand as pillars coupled with their stories of perseverance, grit, ambition, and love making them more than just partners but also important figures in the lives of their famous husbands.
Top 5 WAGs of African football legends
TheRadar has compiled below a list of the beautiful wives of some African football icons:
Georgette Tra Lou
Georgette Tra Lou, wife of Cameroonian football legend Samuel Eto'o, has remained a steadfast partner through the years. Before meeting Samuel, Georgette was in charge of running a hair salon in Nantes.
The couple's relationship spanned 14 years, filled with both good and challenging moments, including some scandals. Despite these, Georgette stayed close to Samuel, offering her unwavering support. Her daring and ambitious nature led her to establish a luxury boutique in both Abidjan and Milan.
In her daily life, Georgette devotes herself fully to her children and her husband. She has two children with Samuel and has a daughter from a previous relationship. In 2016, Samuel and Georgette celebrated their love with a beautiful civil wedding in Italy, following their traditional wedding in 2007.
Georgette, of Ivorian origin, continues to be an important presence in her family’s life.
Adaeze Igwe
Adaeze Igwe has been married to Nigerian footballer Joseph Yobo since 2010, their union is blessed with three children; Joey, Jayden, and Lexine.
For over seven years, Adaeze has expertly balanced her modelling career with her role as a devoted mother. She takes great pleasure in sharing photos of her husband and children on social networks, flaunting their family life.
A former beauty queen, Adaeze Yobo was crowned the most beautiful woman in Nigeria in 2008. Her grace and elegance have earned her recognition as one of the most stylish football wives in Africa.
Beyond her beauty and charm, Adaeze is a woman with a big heart. She founded the Adaeze Igwe Charity, which raises awareness and funds for the fight against AIDS and breast cancer, as well as for projects tackling diseases like malaria and tuberculosis.
Her commitment to humanitarian causes has also led her to serve as a UN Ambassador for peace.
Amarachi Nwankwo
Amarachi Nwankwo is the wife of former Nigerian international footballer Kanu Nwankwo. Despite the whispers of disapproval due to her marrying at a young age in December 2004, at just 18 years old, and the significant age difference between her and Kanu, their love has stood the test of time.
Over 14 years later, the couple's bond remains strong, and they are blessed with three children, two sons and a daughter, who keep the family happy together. In interviews, Amarachi has consistently mentioned that her marriage was born out of genuine love and deep feelings for her husband.
Throughout her marriage, Amarachi continued to pursue her education. She earned a degree in architecture and later completed an MBA with a specialization in entrepreneurial management. Her professional journey led her to work with some of the top architecture firms in London. Amarachi is now planning to launch her own interior design business, allowing her to balance her professional ambitions with a schedule that accommodates her family life.
In addition to her professional endeavours, Amarachi Kanu published her first book, "Healthy Living," in July 2017, focusing on sports and fitness.
Menaye Donkor
Menaye Donkor, the former beauty queen crowned "Miss Universe Ghana 2014," is a remarkable and intelligent woman. A graduate in Marketing from York University in Toronto, she is also the wife of Ghanaian footballer Sulley Muntari, with whom she shares a son, Jamal Krasie Muntari.
Menaye is a formidable businesswoman and entrepreneur, owning and managing several companies, including the Italian luxury brand SHE-Y, which she founded at the beginning of 2016. The brand, known for its natural products, utilises ethical shea butter sourced from Ghana.
Beyond her business endeavours, Menaye is deeply committed to philanthropy. In 2004, she launched the charitable organisation Menaye, which aims to help disadvantaged children in Ghana by providing free quality education, healthcare, and scholarships. A percentage of the profits from her SHE-Y business supports the Menaye Charity Organization.
Her advocacy for equal opportunities is proof of her dedication to giving back to those in need, giving back out of the good that life has given her. In addition to her charitable work, she also assists in managing her husband’s affairs.
Lalla Diakité
Lalla Diakité is the wife of the legendary Ivorian footballer Didier Drogba. The couple first met on January 10, 2000, during a football game involving Didier’s uncle, Michel Goba.
At the time, Lalla was studying nursing, but the rapid success of Didier’s football career, along with his frequent travels to foreign cities, led her to pause her studies.
Making her family a priority, Lalla chose to become a housewife, focusing on the upbringing and education of their three children, two boys, Isaac and Kieran, and a girl, Iman.
After 12 years of being together, Didier and Lalla officially married in June 2011 in a lavish ceremony in Monaco. Lalla continues to be a supportive figure in her family’s life.
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