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Sam Kerr is the big name still missing from the Matildas teamsheet as the striker continues her recovery from a torn ACL with club side Chelsea. But her national teammates are counting down the days until her return while also lending their support following Kerr’s high-profile court case in the UK.
“We hope she’s OK with her well being, obviously it has been a very challenging time for her. And secondly, we really hope her rehab journey with her knee is going well and we all can’t wait to see her back on the pitch with her club.”
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