Sam Kerr Makes Dazzling Return to Soccer After 20-Month Injury Hell: Matildas Superstar Scores 100th Goal for Chelsea in Thrilling 3-1 Win
- Matildas captain Sam Kerr makes goal-scoring return after 20-month injury absence
- Kerr scores 100th goal for Chelsea in 3-1 win over Aston Villa, just three minutes into injury time
- Superstar’s return to soccer is a huge boost for the Matildas ahead of upcoming fixtures against Wales and England
Sam Kerr has made a triumphant return to soccer, scoring her 100th goal for Chelsea in a thrilling 3-1 win over Aston Villa. The Matildas superstar, who has been sidelined for 20 months with an ACL injury, came off the bench in the 75th minute and made an instant impact.
Kerr’s goal, which came just three minutes into injury time, was a testament to her dedication and hard work. “I’m a goal-scorer, that’s what I love doing, and those 100 goals represent a lot of hard work, dedication and sacrifices to get there,” Kerr said after the match.
The 32-year-old Australian has been out of action since December 2023, but her return to the pitch is a huge boost for the Matildas ahead of their upcoming fixtures against Wales and England. Kerr’s appearance off the bench was a surprise to many, but Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor had hinted that the Matildas captain would be in action.
Kerr’s fellow Matilda, Ellie Carpenter, also featured for Chelsea in the match, which saw the Blues take a 2-1 lead thanks to Aggie Beever-Jones’s second strike of the season. The win was sealed when Missy Bo Kearns scored an own-goal, before Kerr’s dramatic entrance and goal-scoring exploits.
The Matildas face a busy schedule in the coming weeks, with fixtures against Wales and England next month, followed by the Asian Cup in Australia in March. Kerr’s return to the pitch is a timely boost for the team, and her goal-scoring form will be crucial in the lead-up to the tournament.
Chelsea’s win over Aston Villa was a testament to the team’s strength and depth, with Kerr’s return adding an extra layer of excitement to the squad. The Blues will be looking to build on their momentum in the coming weeks, with Kerr’s goal-scoring exploits at the forefront of their minds.