Sam Kerr

2024 - 11 - 18

Kicking Off Parenthood: Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis Are Expecting! ⚽👶

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Big news in the football world! Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis just announced they're having a baby, but not everyone is celebrating!

In a heartwarming announcement that’s sure to score big points with fans, Matildas captain Sam Kerr has revealed that she and her fiancé, Kristie Mewis, are expecting their first child! The couple took to social media on Monday with adorable snapshots, sharing their joy and excitement for their new journey into parenthood, which is set to kick off in 2025. As one of the most celebrated soccer players Australia has seen, Kerr’s personal milestone is capturing hearts just as much as her incredible goals on the field.

However, amidst the joy, there’s been a dark cloud of negativity, with Chelsea Pride voicing strong support for Kerr after she faced a wave of homophobic abuse following her announcement. The football community has rallied behind her, proving that love will always triumph over hate. It’s a reminder that while sport can unite people, it can sometimes expose the ugly side of societal attitudes. No one should have to tolerate such abuse, especially in what should be a joyous time.

The couple’s love story is one for the ages, with both Kerr and Mewis being stars in their own right. While Kerr shines bright at Chelsea, Mewis has made her mark with West Ham United. They’ve proven that love transcends boundaries, whether it's in sport or life, and their journey will undoubtedly inspire many. What a way to showcase that being a super mom and a superstar athlete can beautifully coexist!

As parents-to-be, Kerr and Mewis are not just scoring goals on the pitch but are also set to embark on the most challenging yet rewarding adventure of all - parenthood. As they lace up their boots for their next match, they’ll soon be tying up baby shoes as well!

Fun fact: Sam Kerr made history by being the first female footballer to win the Golden Boot in the FA Women’s Super League, as well as the NWSL and the W-League. Also, did you know that Kristie Mewis has represented the USWNT just like Kerr has with Australia? Together, they’re a power couple bringing all the teamwork necessary to tackle both sports and parenting!

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Sam Kerr and partner Kristie Mewis announce they are having a baby (The Guardian)

The Matildas captain announced the news in an Instagram post, revealing the baby is due next year.

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Chelsea Pride condemns abuse directed at Sam Kerr after baby ... (The Guardian)

Chelsea Pride has condemned the homophobic abuse directed at the club's striker Sam Kerr after she announced she was having a baby with her fiancee Kristie ...

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Soccer stars Sam Kerr, Kristie Mewis announce pregnancy - ESPN (ESPN.co.uk)

Australia and Chelsea football star Sam Kerr announced on Instagram on Monday that she and fiancee Kristie Mewis, who plays for West Ham United, ...

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Soccer players Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis say they are expecting a ... (NBC New York)

Kerr, the Australia captain, and Mewis announced the news on their respective Instagram accounts with pictures of the couple.

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Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr expecting first child (The Athletic)

The USWNT's Kristie Mewis and Australia captain Sam Kerr have announced they are expecting a baby next year. The West Ham United midfielder and Chelsea ...

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Matildas superstar Sam Kerr and fiancée Kristie Mewis announce ... (Daily Mail)

Chelsea women's star Sam Kerr has announced on Instagram that she and partner Kristie Mewis are expecting a baby in 2025.

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Sam Kerr announces she is to become a mother (The Sydney Morning Herald)

The Matildas star took to social media on Monday night to share the news that her partner, Kristie Mewis, is pregnant.

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Who is Sam Kerr's Partner? (Now To Love)

Sam Kerr has stolen Australia's hearts, but whose heart has she stolen in real life? Meet her partner, Kristie Mewis.

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'Homophobia has no place': Matildas star Sam Kerr receives abuse ... (SBS)

Sam Kerr announced on Monday that she and her fellow professional footballer fiancée Kristie Mews are expecting a baby together.

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Sam Kerr & Kristie Mewis expecting baby in 2025 (BBC News)

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr and West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis are expecting a baby next year.

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Homophobic abuse which led to Sam Kerr turning off comments ... (ABC News)

Matildas captain Sam Kerr target of homophobic abuse after revealing she is having a baby with her fiancee Kristie Mewis.

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Sam Kerr and fiancée Kristie Mewis turn off comments on Instagram ... (Daily Mail)

They captioned the Instagram post: 'Mewis-Kerr baby coming 2025!' Many fans took to the social media platform to congratulate the duo, with Kerr's Australia ...

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Sam Kerr And Kristie Mewis Are Expecting A Baby In 2025 (Forbes)

Several soccer players, clubs and the Women's Super League (WSL) congratulated the couple on social media. West Ham posted a photo of their club's jersey with “ ...

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Kristie Mewis and Sam Kerr pregnancy: What are WSL's rules on ... (The Athletic)

There's good news for the two WSL players, but what does it mean for their work and contracts?

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Chelsea Pride condemns homophobic abuse directed at Sam Kerr ... (Evening Standard)

Blues striker has announced she is having a baby with fiancee and West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis.

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Chelsea condemn 'hateful' homophobic abuse aimed at Sam Kerr ... (Sky News)

Chelsea FC Women's striker Sam Kerr and her fiancee West Ham United Women's midfielder Kristie Mewis announced they were expecting a baby earlier this week.

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Chelsea condemn 'hateful' homophobic abuse aimed at Sam Kerr ... (Sky Sports)

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr and her fiancée West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis announced they were expecting a baby earlier this week; Chelsea have condemned ...

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Chelsea condemn homophobic abuse after Sam Kerr and Kristie ... (The Independent)

Kerr and Mewis revealed they are expecting a baby in the new year but the announcement was targeted with abuse.

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Sam Kerr: Chelsea condemn 'hateful' homophobic abuse aimed at ... (Sky Sports)

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr and her fiancee, West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis, announced they were expecting a baby earlier this week; Chelsea have condemned ...

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Sam Kerr, Kristie Mewis suffer abuse after baby announcement ... (ESPN)

England women's football manager Sarina Wiegman and Chelsea have condemned online abuse of female players Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis after the couple ...

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Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis baby: Chelsea manager Sonia ... (BBC Sport)

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor says "it's just crazy for me to understand how people can react like this" about homophobic comments aimed at Sam Kerr and ...

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Sam Kerr: Chelsea condemn 'hateful' homophobic abuse aimed at ... (Sky Sports)

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr and her fiancee, West Ham midfielder Kristie Mewis, announced they were expecting a baby earlier this week; Chelsea have condemned ...

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Sam Kerr: Chelsea condemn 'hateful' homophobic abuse aimed at ... (Mansfield 103.2)

Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor has offered her full support to Sam Kerr after the striker was subjected to homophobic abuse online following the ...

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Chelsea denounce abuse aimed at Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis after ... (The Guardian)

Chelsea Women criticised 'unacceptable and hateful' messages towards the couple, with manager Sonia Bompastor hitting out at the 'crazy' reactions.

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