Sam Kerr poised to return for Australia's Matildas / Photo: COLIN MURTY - AFP
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Sam Kerr poised to return for Australia's Matildas
Sam Kerr is poised to return to international football following a lengthy injury layoff after she was named Friday in Australia's squad to take on Wales and England.
But there was no indication whether the Chelsea striker -- who has not played for the Matildas in almost two years -- would again be handed the captain's armband.
Matildas coach Joe Montemurro said the 32-year-old's "leadership and presence" were invaluable to the side.
"Having Sam back in the squad is a special moment -- not just for the team, but for Australian football."
Kerr returned to club football for Chelsea in September -- her first match since picking up a serious knee injury in December 2023.
She was found in February not guilty of racially aggravated abuse after calling a British police officer "stupid and white" following a drunken night out.
The Matildas have typically been captained by Arsenal defender Steph Catley in Kerr's absence.
Manchester City midfielder Mary Fowler was not selected after rupturing a ligament in her knee this year.
Australia play Wales in Cardiff on October 25 before facing England in Derby on October 28.
C.Ricci--GdR
