'I want to play for mum' – Arsenal's Cooney-Cross
Summary
Arsenal midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross will play her first game at Emirates Stadium since losing her mother to cancer two months ago. She has taken time off to be with her mother during her illness and sees playing as a way to honor her and thank the fans.Key Facts
- Kyra Cooney-Cross is an Australian midfielder playing for Arsenal.
- Her mother, Jess, passed away in July from stage four cholangiocarcinoma, a rare bile duct cancer.
- Jess was a single mother of four who supported Kyra’s football career despite financial struggles.
- Cooney-Cross learned of her mother’s terminal diagnosis while in England and immediately flew to Australia.
- She took compassionate leave from football to spend her mother’s final months at home.
- During this time, Kyra continued training with a personal coach and gym sessions to stay fit.
- Arsenal staff and teammates provided strong emotional support during her absence.
- Cooney-Cross sees playing her upcoming game as a way to honor her mother’s sacrifices and thank fans.
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