“I’ll Always Be There for You”: Canelo’s Most Human Message Yet

Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez has spoken again after weeks of silence. A month after his defeat to Terence Crawford on the night of September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the Mexican star reappeared on social media, not to talk about boxing, but about family.

On his Instagram account, Canelo shared a photo with his eldest daughter, Emily Cinnamon, along with a heartfelt message that moved his followers:

“Happy 18, my beautiful girl. I’ll always be there for you. May this new chapter bring you everything you hope for in life. I love you.”

The post quickly went viral among fans and media outlets, marking Canelo’s return to the public conversation. Beyond the sporting blow of losing his undisputed champion titles, Álvarez showed his most human side — that of a father celebrating his daughter’s growth amid the media storm.

A Silence as Heavy as the Defeat

Since that night when Terence Crawford stripped him of his four belts (WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF), “Canelo” had disappeared from the spotlight. It was a tough fall: his third professional loss in more than two decades and the end of his reign as the undisputed super middleweight king.

Crawford, on the other hand, has not stopped celebrating his victory, while Álvarez chose silence and reflection. Sources close to the boxer’s camp confirmed that the Mexican has spent the past few weeks recovering both physically and mentally, especially after undergoing elbow surgery that will delay his return to the ring until at least mid-2026.

Even so, Saudi Arabia awaits him. Sheikh Turki Alalshikh, the driving force behind major international events, had already hinted that Álvarez has two confirmed bouts for 2026 — both under the Saudi banner.

Canelo Outside the Ring: Family, Rest, and New Priorities

Beyond boxing, Álvarez is going through a significant chapter in his personal life. In August, the Mexican celebrated the birth of his fifth daughter, Eva Victoria, with his partner Fernanda Gómez. Alongside her and his four other children: Emily Cinnamon, Mía Ener, María Fernanda, and Saúl Adiel. The champion seems to have reconnected with his most intimate side.

Canelo is not only a sports icon, but also a man who, after a loss, chooses to refocus on what truly matters: his family, his health, and his purpose. Those close to him say they see him “calm, but hungry for revenge”. a dangerous combination in someone with his discipline and mentality.

The Return of Canelo Álvarez

For now, there’s no official date for his comeback, but plans point to the first half of 2026. His team is searching for the ideal opponent for a redemption fight, possibly to be held in the U.S. — or even in Mexico — as a tribute to his legacy.

The goal is clear: to reclaim the belts he lost to Crawford and close his career as one of the greatest boxers in Latin American history.

Meanwhile, his message to Emily is more than a birthday wish — it’s a statement of principles. Because although the champion fell, the spirit that took him from Guadalajara to the world remains unbroken — more human, and more determined than ever.