Liverpool forward Luis Diaz experiences a joyous double celebration as he is named Man of the Match in the Carabao Cup semi-final against Fulham and welcomes the birth of his newborn baby girl, Charlotte. Just 24 hours after his stellar performance, Diaz and his long-time girlfriend, Gera Ponce, shared the wonderful news on social media, coinciding with their seventh anniversary.

Ponce expressed her happiness on Instagram, describing Charlotte as a long-awaited and desired addition to their lives. The couple decided to expand their family on their anniversary, and to their surprise, they received the news just a month later that their baby was already on the way.

On the special day of January 25, their little girl was born in a hospital in Porto, Portugal. Ponce expressed gratitude for their daughter, anticipating that Charlotte would bring laughter, love, and unforgettable moments into their lives. She also mentioned that the 25th of every month would hold special significance for their family from now on.

For Diaz, the birth of his second child followed shortly after his crucial goal in the Carabao Cup semi-final. He showcased his exceptional skills by controlling a cross-field pass from Jarell Quansah before confidently finding the back of the net to score the opening goal against Fulham.

After the match, Diaz and the rest of the Liverpool squad were given a day off before returning to training at the AXA Centre to prepare for an upcoming FA Cup tie against Norwich City at Anfield.

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