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Kerr Back in Australia Squad for First Time Since 2023
Sam Kerr returns after a 20-month ACL recovery, scoring her 100th Chelsea goal and rejoining the Matildas ahead of friendlies against Wales and England, coach says her leadership is vital.
- Sam Kerr received her first Australia call-up in almost two years on Friday for friendlies against Wales at Cardiff City Stadium on October 25 and England three days later at Derby's Pride Park.
- Kerr underwent a long recovery following an ACL rupture last year and returned for Chelsea last month, scoring her 100th goal in her comeback match.
- The Matildas confirmed Sam Kerr rejoined the squad after 692 days, and coach Joe Montemurro said `Having Sam back in the squad is a special moment- not just for the team, but for Australian football`.
- There is no guarantee Kerr will wear the armband when she plays, and Montemurro said the captaincy will be assessed closer to the October 26 match while Steph Catley has captained in Kerr's absence.
- Montemurro views the October friendlies as preparation for the AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026, with Kerr's return testing team cohesion and playing style ahead of the March event.
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