The Matildas family has grown again with veteran Emily van Egmond and wife Kat Thompson welcoming their first child.

The couple married in December last year and announced Kat’s pregnancy in April.

“Welcome to the world Maddix Louise Van Egmond,” the couple wrote.

Matildas teammates rushed to celebrate the news from the team’s camp ahead of a friendly with England on Tuesday night (Wednesday AEDT).

Sam Kerr and fiancee Kristie Mewis, Charli Grant, Chloe Logarzo, Kyah Simon, Courtney Nevin and many more shared comments.

“The princess is here,” Caitlin Foord said.

Teagan Micah wrote: “Congratulations!!! Sooo happy for you both.”

Mackenzie Arnold said: “We love Maddix so much.”

Steph Catley wrote: “Gorgeous girl.” Loading Instagram Post

Van Egmond, the daughter of former Socceroos

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