It’s a celebration off the pitch for Arsenal’s star goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale and his fiancée Georgina Irwin. The couple recently took to social media, announcing they’re expecting their first child, marking a new chapter in their lives.

WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal celebrates following their side's victory in the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal FC at Molineux on November 12, 2022 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 12: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal celebrates following their side’s victory in the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal FC at Molineux on November 12, 2022 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Harriet Lander/Getty Images)
  • Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale and his fiancée Georgina Irwin announce they are expecting their first child.
  • The goalkeeper shared a heartwarming video of the moment he discovered the news.
  • Fellow football stars and WAGs extend their congratulations to the couple.

Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale set to embrace fatherhood

It’s not just about goal saves and trophy pursuits for Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale this year.

The goalkeeper is preparing for a brand new challenge, one that goalkeeping gloves can’t quite handle: becoming a father.

The big reveal on social media

Aaron Ramsdale and his fiancee Georgina are expecting their first childCredit: Instagram / @aaronramsdale
Aaron Ramsdale and his fiancee Georgina are expecting their first childCredit: Instagram / @aaronramsdale

Aaron and his fiancée Georgina Irwin, shared the joyous news with their followers on Instagram, revealing they’re expecting their first child.

The video clip captured Ramsdale’s surprise and delight at the discovery.

 

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Celebrations and well-wishes

Arsenal news premier league fixtures -LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 28: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal reacts with family on the pitch following their sides victory after the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on May 28, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 28: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal reacts with family on the pitch following their sides victory after the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on May 28, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Ramsdale’s video announcement was warmly received, with a cascade of congratulatory messages flooding in from fellow football players and their partners.

The couple’s delight was palpable as they celebrated the news, seen in the video cherishing the moment and looking forward to their future as parents.

Ramsdale, who contributed significantly to Arsenal’s successful run in the Premier League this season, captioned the video with heartfelt words: “Half of me, half of you. Baby Ramsdale.”

Support from the football fraternity

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 05: Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur is interviewed after scoring the winning goal in their sides victory over Manchester City. Kane scored his 267th goal and overtakes the late Jimmy Greaves to become the Spurs’ all-time leading scorer during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 05, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 05: Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur is interviewed after scoring the winning goal in their sides victory over Manchester City. Kane scored his 267th goal and overtakes the late Jimmy Greaves to become the Spurs’ all-time leading scorer during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 05, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

The football world celebrated the news, with responses from Leicester City player James Maddison’s partner Kennedy Alexa, Manchester City ace Kalvin Phillips’ girlfriend Ashleigh Behan, Nathan Ake’s wife Kaylee Ramman, and England captain Harry Kane’s wife Katie Goodland, all offering their warm congratulations.

As Ramsdale prepares for this next chapter of his life, the football community is sure to stand with him, celebrating every goal on and off the pitch.