Lionesses star opens up on heartbreaking miscarriage with footballer boyfriend weeks after announcing she is pregnant

Lionesses star opens up on heartbreaking miscarriage with footballer boyfriend weeks after announcing pregnancy

Missy Bo Kearns, a key player for England’s national team, has shared the tragic news of losing her unborn child shortly after confirming her pregnancy. The Aston Villa star, who is 24, revealed the devastating loss through a heartfelt post on Instagram, marking a deeply emotional moment for her and her partner.

With very heavy hearts, we want to share that we’ve lost our baby during pregnancy,’ she said. ‘The past weeks have been filled with a kind of sadness that’s hard to explain, and we’re still trying to come to terms with it all. Right now, we’re focusing on recovering and supporting each other through this. We truly appreciate the love and support around us more than we can say.’

Expectant parents’ journey and sudden loss

Earlier this month, Kearns and Liam Walsh, 28, who plays for Luton Town, were excitedly anticipating their first child, with the due date set for September. Their joy was evident as they shared photos of ultrasound scans and even painted the words ‘Mum’ and ‘Dad’ on a wall during a celebratory video.

However, the couple’s happiness was short-lived. Kearns posted the heartbreaking news on Sunday, explaining that their baby had passed away in the early stages of the pregnancy. This unexpected turn has left them grappling with grief and focusing on healing together.

Club solidarity amid personal tragedy

Both Aston Villa Women and Luton Town have expressed their condolences, offering emotional support to the couple. The former wrote, ‘We are sending all our love and support to Missy Bo and Liam at this difficult time,’ while the latter added, ‘We send all our love and support to Liam, Missy Bo, and their families at this deeply sad time.’

Career pause and personal milestones

Before the miscarriage, Kearns was set to miss the rest of the season and the early part of the next campaign due to her pregnancy. She made her England debut last year and has since earned three caps for the Lionesses. Her inclusion on the standby list for Euro 2025 highlighted her growing importance to the team, which ultimately went on to defend its title.

Kearns and Walsh, who have been together since 2022, now face the challenge of rebuilding their lives while navigating the weight of their loss. Their journey, marked by both celebration and sorrow, has captured the attention of fans and fellow players alike.