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Melanie Kamayou is the wife of Manchester United goalkeeper, André Onana.
In the world of football, the spotlight often extends beyond the players to their loved ones.
Melanie Kamayou, the beautiful wife of Manchester United and Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana, has been the topic of conversation for weeks now.
Onana has been known to keep a low profile when it comes to his family and relationships off the pitch.
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While Onana's performances have been discussed, it has also shed light on the woman standing by his side.
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In this article, Pulse Sports reveals seven things to know about Melanie Kamayou.
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7 things to know about Melanie Kamayou: André Onana's wife
1. Who is Melanie Kamayou?
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Dr. Melanie Kamayou is an entrepreneur, model, and influencer famous for being the wife of Manchester United and Cameroon goalkeeper, Andre Onana.
She is a businesswoman and philanthropist, going from her bio on her social media page.
She is also the co-chair of Andre Onana’s foundation.
Melanie Kamayou, like her husband, hails from Cameroon.
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The couple shares a deep connection to their African heritage, and their cultural background is an integral part of their identity.
However, she is said to have been born in Paris, France while growing up in several countries such as Cameroon, Algeria, and USA.
2. Educational Background
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Melanie Kamayou is not just a supportive partner, she is also a woman of intellect.
Her educational background is not widely known, but it is clear that she values education as a means of personal growth and empowerment.
She bagged a doctorate degree from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health in May 2022.
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She also has a CNA certificate from the American Red Cross.
3. Love Story with Andre Onana
Melanie and Onana's love story began long before his rise to prominence in European football.
The couple has been together for several years, and their enduring relationship has weathered the challenges of professional sports, including a doping controversy that made the headlines in 2021.
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While Onana was still at Ajax, he was hit with a 1 year doping ban after failing an out-of-competition drugs test when the banned substance furosemide was found in his urine sample.
Ajax said Onana had mistakenly taken medication prescribed for his wife while feeling unwell.
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In a statement on social media, Onana said he had mistaken his wife's medicine for aspirin because the packaging was "almost identical" and called his ban "excessive and disproportionate".
"Everything was the result of a human mistake," he said.
"Everyone knows that I lead a very healthy life, and since I started my sporting career, I have always been strongly against any use of doping and I condemn any unsportsmanlike conduct.
"I have no need to resort to doping to further enhance my sporting career."
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However, after an appeal, Onana's ban for a doping violation was reduced to nine months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
Melanie Kamayou stood by her husband throughout this challenging period and the pair eventually got married, although, their wedding photos only emerged in February 2023.
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4. She loves her privacy
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Unlike many football WAGs (Wives and Girlfriends), Kamayou has kept a low profile in the media.
She has managed to maintain a level of privacy, even as her husband's career has reached new heights.
However, that has not stopped her from stepping out publicly with her husband and often sharing snaps of them on her social media page.
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Her first red carpet appearance with Onana came at the 2019 Ballon d’Or awards.
5. Melanie Kamayou Social Media
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Melanie Kamayou is one of the most popular WAGs of Cameroon footballers.
She currently has over 35,200 followers on her Instagram account, where she loves to share snaps of her glamorous lifestyle.
6. She has a son with Onana
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Melanie Kamayou and André Onana have since welcomed a child.
The couple, however, has chosen to keep details about their son, including his name, tightly under wraps, successfully maintaining a high level of privacy.
7. She is one of the most beautiful WAGs of African footballers
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Melanie Kamayou’s striking looks places her amongst the most beautiful Wags of African footballers as of 2024.
Remarkably, even after the joyous occasion of childbirth, Kamayou has managed to retain her stunning shape.
This speaks volumes about her dedication to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and commitment to personal well-being.
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