Ter Stegen’s new baby brightens Ajax’s idle weekend

Marc ter Stegen, the 34‑year‑old Ajax goalkeeper, became a father again on Friday and shared the news on Sunday via Instagram. He and his partner Ona Sellarès announced the birth of their daughter Sofie, adding to the two children he already has from a previous marriage.

Family joy shared on Instagram

The happy announcement was posted on Sunday via Instagram. The small girl is called Sofie, and the couple’s joy was shared publicly.

In the ‘Buitenspel’ section, VoetbalPrimeur lists Blessuregevallen, transfers, interviews and match reports. This part of the news list highlights private matters that are too personal for the regular feed but still worth mentioning.

De Duitser, Marc ter Stegen, was free this weekend. That allowed him to enjoy the first days of Sofie for an extended period.

Ajax’s schedule on pause

Ajax did not play a match because they are in the middle of an important two‑leg tie with FC Sion. NEC and FC Twente also did not have to turn up, reflecting the broader pause in fixtures.

While the club’s calendar lay quiet, the personal milestone shone brightly on social media. The juxtaposition underscores how private celebrations can dominate headlines even when the team is inactive.

The episode shows that family news can capture the public’s attention alongside, or in place of, on‑field action. It also reminds fans that players’ lives extend beyond the pitch.