Engagement glitters as Red Devils unwind after World Cup

A golden sunset frames a tender moment as Charles De Ketelaere (25) and his girlfriend Jozefien Van de Velde (25) pose for an engagement photo, the caption simply reading “Forever”. The image headlines Mooi Duivels news, drawing fans into a personal side of the Belgian squad.

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The couple shares several pictures of the proposal with the sunset as a backdrop, confirming the engagement officially. The post, posted under Mooi Duivels, celebrates the milestone with a romantic vibe that resonates across social media.

De Ketelaere and Van de Velde have been together since 2019, and although they have no children yet, the relationship has endured through the rigours of international duty. Their partnership has been publicly documented throughout the tournament period.

Charles De Ketelaere enjoyed a solid World Cup with the Rode Duivels, consistently deployed as a deep striker. He netted three goals – two against the United States and one against Spain – making him the only player to score against the new world champion.

Jozefien Van de Velde was also present in the United States, cheering De Ketelaere from the stands during his matches. Her support was captured in photos that accompanied the tournament coverage.

Other Belgian stars are also making the most of the break. Thibaut Courtois, often called the Duivel, shares a relaxed golf session and a training clip with his daughter Adriana, while Romelu Lukaku posts images of his two sons, Romeo and Jordan, enjoying family time.

As the squad winds down their holiday, the focus shifts to the upcoming club season, with each player expected back at their respective teams after the rest period. The collective downtime highlights the human side of the athletes beyond the pitch.