Willian heads to Brazil ahead of fatherhood

CSKA defender set to welcome first child

CSKA Moscow defender Willian has gone to Brazil as he awaits the birth of his first child. The 29-year-old shared the news via his official Instagram account, posting a photo of himself and his wife with the caption: "Waiting for the arrival of our little one."

Willian married his wife Vanessa in 2021 and the couple are expecting their first child together. It is unclear how long Willian will remain in Brazil. However, he is expected to return to Moscow in time for the start of CSKA's pre-season training in July.