Sam Kerr, the Australian captain, has been cleared of all charges after a court case in London, and her club, Chelsea, has come out in full support of her.
The club’s manager, Sonia Bompastor, has praised Kerr’s character and apologized on her behalf, saying that her apology after the court hearing is “enough” to put the matter to rest.
What Happened in the Court Case?
Kerr had been accused of causing racially aggravated harassment of a police officer after calling an officer “f****** stupid and white” at a police station following an incident in Twickenham.
However, she was cleared of all charges and apologized for her behavior, saying she was “traumatized” by the events of that evening.
Chelsea’s Support for Sam Kerr
Bompastor has come out strongly in support of Kerr, saying that the club will not be taking any disciplinary action against her.
“Sam made a statement, she apologized for that, and I think that is enough,” Bompastor said. “Every man, every woman can make mistakes, and that’s what you learn from, and that’s how you move forward.”
Update on Sam Kerr’s Rehab
While Kerr has been cleared of all charges, her rehab from a knee injury is still ongoing.
Bompastor has said that it’s difficult to give a precise time frame for Kerr’s return to competitive action, but she is progressing well with her rehab.
“She is going in the right direction, but it’s difficult for me to give a really precise time frame,” Bompastor said.
Why Chelsea is Standing by Sam Kerr
Bompastor has praised Kerr’s character, saying that she is a “shy person” who just wants to live her life and doesn’t like to be in the spotlight.
The club is standing by Kerr because they believe in her and want to give her the best support possible. “We care about Sam, and we just want to give her the best,” Bompastor said.
What’s Next for Sam Kerr?
Kerr has posted pictures on social media showing herself at training, but she is still not fully practicing with the team.
Bompastor has said that Kerr’s rehab is being managed individually, and it’s difficult to give a precise time frame for her return to competitive action.
However, the club is happy to have her back on the pitch, and they are supporting her every step of the way.