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Sam Kerr has 'full support' of Australia squad, vice-captain says

SPORTS 01.04.2025

Sam Kerr has 'full support' of Australia squad, vice-captain says / Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS - AFP/File

Sam Kerr should "definitely" remain skipper of the Australian women's football squad and has the full backing of her team-mates, the vice-captain said Tuesday after calls for the star striker to be stripped of the armband.

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Chelsea forward Kerr was in February found not guilty of causing racially aggravated harassment after calling a British police officer "stupid and white" following a drunken night out.

However, the judge at the court in London said that the 31-year-old's "behaviour contributed significantly to the bringing of this allegation".

Football Australia on Monday said that they would take no further action against Kerr, one of the most high-profile players in women's football.

"She definitely should not be stepping down," Emily van Egmond, the current vice-captain, told reporters.

"I think the federation have come out and said what they need to say. And obviously Sammy's had her side to say as well.

"And as team-mates and a team, we're in full support of her."

Kerr, who has expressed regret about her conduct after going out drinking in January 2023, has not played for more than a year after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

Kerr has joined the current Matildas training camp as she steps up her rehabilitation.

The 31-year-old forward Van Egmond said her long-time friend was in "high spirits".

"Football federation put out their statement the other day (Monday), and I think that speaks for itself," she added.

"And as her team-mate and a friend, I'm nothing but happy for her.

"I'm just really happy that she's here around us. Like I said, it's great for not only her, but for the team."

Australia host South Korea in two friendlies, on Friday and Monday. Kerr will not be involved as she continues working towards a return to full fitness.

W.Hansen--BlnAP

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