It now seems Sam Kerr’s alleged remarks arguably appear to be at the lowest end of the scale,but that doesn’t change the fact her captaincy of the Matildas should be in doubt.
The governing body has the power to immediately suspend Sam Kerr for a violation of its national code of ethics but is weighing up its options.
The allegations threaten to tarnish the image of Kerr,who took home an estimated $3.3 million last year,and is regarded as one of the most bankable figures in the sport.
Criminal charge of an alleged racial aggravated harassment of a police officer against the iconic captain of the Matildas leaves Australians dumbstruck.
FA’s chief executive James Johnson and Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson didn’t know about Sam Kerr’s incident with police in London until the rest of the world found out on Tuesday morning.
The day before the Matildas skipper was involved in an alleged argument over a taxi fare,which escalated to the point police were required,she scored three goals against Liverpool.
The Matildas ace starred for Chelsea just hours before an alleged incident in London for which she will stand trial next year.
Matildas captain Sam Kerr,30,reportedly appeared in a London court on Monday accused of using insulting,threatening or abusive words.
In this special Trailblazers issue,Matildas co-captain Steph Catley,talks about her life-long passion for the game and the early challenges that drove her.
With Paris 2024 locked in,the Matildas star opens up to Sunday Life about the challenges that have shaped her and how she learnt to trust the process.
Follow along for all the action as the ruthless Matildas thrash Uzbekistan 10-0 to qualify for the Olympics in style,with Michelle Heyman scoring four goals to put her hand up for a ticket.