Miss Universe, glam rapper and an ex army recruit… meet Real Madrid & Dortmund WAGs ahead of Champions League final

AS the world tunes in to watch Dortmund take on Real Madrid at Wembley, eyes will also be on the glamorous spectators cheering on the players. 

The wives and girlfriends of the two Champions League teams will be keenly watching the match, hoping their significant others will lift the trophy.

From a Miss Universe and a journalist to a dressage rider and rapper, they have proved that they are the ultimate combination of beauty and brains.

Here, we look at the WAGs of Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, who are set to battle it out for the title on Saturday.

Real Madrid

Mishel Gerzig 

The stunning Israeli model captured the heart of former Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois after meeting through Instagram in 2021.

The pair enjoyed a whirlwind romance before tying the knot in June 2023.

She’s the proud stepmother to Courtois’ two children from a previous relationship, lovingly describing them as “amazing.”

Her grid is full of bikini-clad pics on sun-soaked beaches. But she’s more than just a pretty face, the 27-year-old model has even served in the Israel Defense Forces.

Mina Bonino 

The Argentine journalist boasts both brains and beauty and is happily married to midfielder Fede Valverde, 25.

Last April, Mina, 30, released an emotional statement after her husband allegedly punched Villarreal’s Alex Baena following a comment about Mina’s pregnancy scare with her second son.

The incident occurred after Real Madrid’s 3-2 defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu. Valverde reportedly confronted Baena as he boarded the team bus and punched him in the face.

Mina and Valverde have two sons, Benicio, born in 2020, and Bautista, born in 2023. 

Andrea Martinez 

Andrea Martinez is a multi-talented Spanish star. Known for her impressive career as a former basketball player and her work as a model, the 31-year-old is a true powerhouse.

In 2020, she was crowned Miss Universe Spain in her homeland.

Three years later, she tied the knot with Real Madrid keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga at a stunning wedding in Marbella.

Several of Kepa’s former Chelsea teammates attended. 

Laura Celia Valk

Jude Bellingham and his new girlfriend, Laura Celia Valk, have enjoyed a series of luxurious dates.

The 20-year-old midfielder has moved on from his split with Asantewa Chitty last year and is reportedly dating the 25-year-old Dutch model, who seems to be ‘completely smitten’ with him.

The stunning blonde boasts nearly 500k followers on Instagram and has modelled for a string of brands, including PrettyLittleThing.

Shalimar Heppner 

The wife of Real Madrid star David Alaba, 31, is a multifaceted talent in her own right.

At 29 years old, she’s a German model, social media personality, and PR manager known for her glamorous presence both online and offline.

Her father, Frank Heppner, is a renowned restaurateur and hotelier with establishments across the globe.

The couple’s love story began in 2017, and since then, they have built a beautiful family together, raising two children.

Anastasia Tamazova

After six years of dating, goalkeeper Andriy Lunin married Anastasia in a tracksuit in 2021.

The stopper revealed the news during the low-key civil ceremony in the Spanish capital.

The Ukrainian, 25, wrote: “A very special and important day in our life. I love you.”

Dressed in all white, Anastasia, also 25, posted: “Husband, love you. The best day of my life.”

She is an influencer who shares glimpses of her luxury lifestyle on TikTok and Instagram. 

Dortmund

Lisa Marie Straube

The 23-year-old Instagram model is rumoured to be dating central defender Mats Hummels, 35, after his shock divorce from his ex-wife Cathy Fischer.

Cathy, a former playboy model, gained recognition when she was named Germany’s WAG of the Year in 2013.

She and Mats tied the knot in June 2015 but sadly parted ways in 2022, with Cathy confirming the separation via Instagram.

The former couple share a son Ludwig.

Scarlett Gartmann 

The 30-year-old beauty was born in Hagen, Germany, just 13 miles from Dortmund’s Marco Reus’ hometown.

They began dating in December 2015, welcomed their first child four years later, and married in the same year.

She is passionate about dressage riding and is dedicated to fitness, often sharing workout videos on her Instagram account.

Loredana

The Albanian rapper, 28, boasts a massive Instagram following of over 3m fans and is currently in a relationship with Karim Adeyemi.

They were first seen together last summer. He found himself defending her when critics blamed his relationship for his poor performance last season.

He expressed his frustration, stating: “I understood the scrutiny that comes with being in a public relationship, but I was taken aback by the backlash following a bad game.

“It’s not unfair to me because of my performance, but it’s unfair to my girlfriend.”

Lisa Füllkrug

She’s the loyal wife of Niclas Füllkrug, 31, who’s always seen cheering on her hubby from the stands.

The couple share an adorable 5-year-old daughter, Emilia.

Despite being married for years, their bond remains strong and unwavering.

The pair often give fans a glimpse into their happy life by uploading loved-up family snaps together. 

Katja Kuhne 

At 38, the Ukrainian model is nine years older than midfielder Marcel Sabitzer.

Katja rose to fame starring in the German version of the reality TV show The Bachelor.

The pair met in 2017 and Sabitzer popped the question on a romantic getaway to Maldives

The Austrian dropped to one knee to ask for her hand in marriage. They share a daughter, Mary Lou, who has changed their lives.

Priscilla Haller

Sebastian Haller has revealed that the hardest part of his cancer fight was telling his children about his illness.

The 29-year-old Borussia Dortmund – who used to play for West Ham – received his diagnosis of a testicular tumour merely two weeks after joining the club as a replacement for Erling Haaland.

Throughout his cancer battle, he praised his wife, Priscilla, for her unwavering support.

Although details on her are scant, she is consistently seen by his side and is a dedicated mother to their cherished two children.

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