Luis Figo: Real Madrid Icon 'Moves Into Hotel' After Split From wife of 24 years

• Luís Figo and Swedish model Helen Svedin have reportedly ended their marriage after over 20 years together
• The couple, who tied the knot in 2001 and have three daughters together, are now said to be "leading separate lives"
• Their split marks the end of one of football’s most high-profile relationships

Portuguese football legend Luís Figo and Swedish model Helen Svedin have reportedly ended their 24-year marriage.

The couple, who married in 2001 and have three daughters together, are said to be "leading separate lives" after years of marital challenges.

Figo recently attended the Laureus Awards alone, where he praised his daughters but notably omitted any mention of his wife.

The Sun Football reports indicate that the couple's relationship had been strained for some time, with Figo previously moving out of their family home during a rough patch in 2022. ​

Temporary living arrangements

Following the separation, Figo has reportedly moved into a hotel in Madrid.

This is not the first time he has taken such a step; during a previous separation in 2022, he also stayed at the Hotel Wellington.

Currently, he is said to be residing in a rented apartment in the upscale Salamanca neighbourhood while exploring other real estate options. ​

Public appearances and social media activity

The couple's public appearances and social media activity have reflected their strained relationship.

Figo's last shared photo with Svedin was on Valentine's Day, while Svedin's last post featuring Figo dates back six months.

At the recent Laureus Awards, Figo attended without Svedin, who was reportedly in Mallorca at the time. ​

Figo and Svedin's love began 29 years ago

Figo and Svedin's relationship began in 1996 in Barcelona during Figo's first year at FC Barcelona.

They married in the Algarve in 2001 and have since been considered one of football's golden couples, often seen together at glamorous events and on luxurious vacations.

Despite their seemingly perfect life, recent events suggest that their relationship faced challenges that ultimately led to their separation

Ex-Barcelona star breaks up with girlfriend

Still on matters of the heart, YEN.com.gh shared that ex-Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué and his partner, Clara Chia, have allegedly gone their separate ways.

Their romance, often in the spotlight following Piqué’s highly publicised breakup with Shakira, is now said to be over.

Source: YEN.com.gh