Sam Kerr, the talented Australian footballer, has unfortunately sustained an ACL injury while participating in a training camp in Morocco with Chelsea, dealing a significant setback to her career.

Chelsea’s star striker, Sam Kerr, has suffered a devastating blow as she sustained an ACL injury during the team’s warm weather training camp in Morocco. The news was confirmed by the Blues in a statement released on the club’s website and social media platforms on Sunday. Kerr, who has been in fine form this season with four goals in eight Women’s Super League (WSL) games, will now undergo assessment by a specialist before commencing her rehabilitation program.

Currently sitting at the top of the WSL table after ten matches, Chelsea will undoubtedly feel the absence of Kerr’s attacking prowess. They are three points clear of second-placed Manchester City and have been in scintillating form.

In their last domestic outing before the Christmas break, Emma Hayes’ side secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Bristol City at Ashton Gate, with Kerr finding the back of the net for the third goal. The Australian striker also opened the scoring in Chelsea’s UEFA Women’s Champions League clash against Hacken, which was their final game of the year.

Unfortunately, Kerr’s injury is expected to keep her out of action for an extended period. As a result, she will miss crucial upcoming fixtures, including Chelsea’s FA Cup tie against West Ham United on January 14 and their clash against Manchester United on January 21. It is also worth noting that this injury may mark the end of Kerr’s time under the guidance of Emma Hayes, as the manager is set to depart the WSL champions at the end of the season to take charge of the United States national team.

The official statement from Chelsea Football Club expressed their concern for Kerr’s well-being and outlined her significant contributions to the team since joining in 2019. With an impressive record of 99 goals in 128 matches, Kerr has played an instrumental role in the Blues’ success, including four WSL title wins, three FA Cup triumphs, two Women’s League cup victories, and the Women’s Community Shield in 2020. The club extended their best wishes to Kerr for a successful recovery.

This injury undoubtedly poses a significant setback for both Kerr and Chelsea. The team will need to regroup and find alternative attacking options to maintain their position at the top of the WSL table. As for Kerr, her focus will now shift towards rehabilitation and making a strong comeback once she has fully recovered. The footballing world will be eagerly awaiting her return to the pitch, where she has consistently showcased her exceptional talent and goal-scoring ability.