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Villa Star's Life Saved After Sepsis
27 Apr
Summary
- Footballer Missy Bo Kearns credits doctors for saving her life.
- She suffered a miscarriage and contracted dangerous sepsis.
- Kearns highlights the unique grief following pregnancy loss.
Aston Villa midfielder Missy Bo Kearns has shared a harrowing experience where she believes club doctors saved her life following a miscarriage and sepsis. Kearns, who had announced her pregnancy in early March 2026, suffered a loss later that month. She recalled feeling unwell with flu-like symptoms, but a high temperature reading prompted immediate medical attention from the club's doctor.
This swift action led to her hospitalization, where she was diagnosed with sepsis. Kearns expressed immense gratitude, stating that prompt medical intervention was crucial. She described the emotional toll of losing a child, emphasizing that the grief is compounded by the hormonal and emotional fluctuations experienced during pregnancy, calling it a "different kind of grief."
Despite this ordeal, Kearns remains focused on her football career, aiming to return to playing and secure a place in the England squad for the 2027 World Cup in Brazil. She has earned five caps for England since her senior debut in June 2025.
