The ‘AFL’s hottest WAG’ Chelsea Becirevic has paid tribute to her partner Ivan Soldo after he announced his retirement.
The Port Adelaide star called time on his AFL career on Monday evening with injury curtailing his 11-year career.
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Chelsea shared her pride at being able to support Soldo, who won the Premiership with the Richmond Tigers in 2019.
The influencer, 24, shared a photo of her boyfriend on social media on Monday alongside an endearing message.
“Truly end of an era. Forever your #1 fan,” Chelsea wrote.
“Sooo proud of you … excited for this next chapter. It’s been a wild journey, but such a privilege to watch you over the years.”
It followed Soldo’s statement announcing his retirement decision, which comes after he ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament in February.
The ruckman made 66 appearances in the AFL but featured in just nine games for Port Adelaide in the past two years.
And Chelsea caused a stir following the move after declaring she could not live in Adelaide before relocating to Dubai shortly after.
The couple have since moved back to Melbourne where Soldo spent the bulk of his career at Richmond, who he gave a special mention in his statement.
“I just want to say thank you to everyone at the club – players, coaches, staff, and our supporters,” Soldo said.
“It’s been a privilege to be part of this club and to have had the opportunity to play at this level.
“I also want to acknowledge my time at Richmond. I spent almost 10 years there, and it played a huge role in shaping my career and who I am. I’ve got a lot of respect for the people, the success we shared, and everything that came with that period.”
Now Soldo could turn his attention to the clothing label he founded with Chelsea last year – I’m Taken.
Originally published as Footy WAG Chelsea Becirevic pays tribute to partner Ivan Soldo after he announces retirement
