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FIFA Women's World Cup 2023

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 03: Sam Kerr of the Matildas and Ellie Carpenter of the Matildas talk as they walk laps of the field during a Matildas training session at Allianz Stadium on April 03, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

The power of Sam Kerr

Through all the controversy, sensational headlines and injury lay-offs, there’s a simple fact that has been overlooked with Sam Kerr: She loves representing her country.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 03:  Clare Wheeler of Australia celebrates with team mates after scoring a goal during the international friendly match between Australia Matildas and China PR at Accor Stadium on June 03, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Matildas go again without Sam Kerr

It’s been more than 14 months since Sam Kerr injured her knee, but her failure to return for club side Chelsea is impacting her availability for the Matildas.

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