Robert de Pauw Addresses Quest for First WSL Win and Missy Bo Kearns’ Return

Aston Villa manager Robert de Pauw addressed reporters ahead of Sunday’s Women’s Super League match versus Liverpool, scheduled for a 16:30 GMT kick-off. The following are the main points from his press conference: Jill Baijings is currently undertaking individual training sessions on the pitch, and Rachel Corsie is advancing with gym-based rehabilitation, both continuing their recovery processes from injuries. Georgia Mullett and Anna Leat have rejoined team training, though they require further time, while Paula Tomas will remain suspended for the fixture against Liverpool. This weekend, former Liverpool midfielder Missy Bo Kearns is set to play against her previous club for the initial time, an occasion De Pauw described as “special” for her. De Pauw recounted, “I was at St George’s Park this week and the [England] U23s were there. I asked Missy how she felt and she said: ‘I feel good, we are playing Liverpool this weekend.’ That tells you a lot about where her mind and focus is. She is very eager to play.” De Pauw indicated that his patience is “being tested” as he persists in seeking Aston Villa’s inaugural WSL victory of the current season. He stated, “Every game is so important. We have shown in every game that we are competitive. I have never had to wait this long for a win in a season so my patience is being tested. But highs and lows come in football as fast as they come.”