England International Missy Bo Kearns Announces Pregnancy with First Child
England international and Aston Villa Women's midfielder Missy Bo Kearns has publicly announced that she is pregnant and expecting her first child. The exciting news was shared in a touching video posted on social media, featuring her boyfriend Liam Walsh, who currently plays for Luton Town in League One.
Heartwarming Announcement Video
In the video, Kearns is seen painting the word 'Mum' onto a wall, with Walsh then adding 'Dad' alongside it. The couple joyfully revealed that their first child is due in September, with Kearns turning to happily display baby scans. The announcement has been met with widespread celebration from fans and fellow athletes alike.
Club and Teammate Reactions
Aston Villa Women responded enthusiastically to the news, posting on social media: 'A baby Villan is on the way. A huge congratulations on your amazing news, Missy Bo and Liam.' Numerous England teammates offered their congratulations, including captain Leah Williamson who wrote 'Loveeee this for you,' while Alessia Russo added 'Congratulations Bo,' and Alex Greenwood commented 'the best news, so happy for you both.'
Career Implications and Personal Background
Kearns, aged 24, is expected to miss the remainder of the current season with Aston Villa and likely the start of the next campaign due to her pregnancy. The midfielder made her England debut last year and has earned three caps for the Lionesses to date. She was included on the standby list for Euro 2025, where England successfully defended their title. Kearns has been in a relationship with Liam Walsh since 2022, marking this pregnancy as a significant milestone in their partnership.
The announcement highlights the growing visibility of women athletes balancing professional careers with personal milestones, and has been celebrated across the football community as a positive development for both Kearns and the sport.
