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Kerr 'relishing every moment' after first Chelsea start in 692 days

Kerr 'relishing every moment' after first Chelsea start in 692 days

Summary

Sam Kerr made her first start for Chelsea in 692 days and scored two goals in a 6-0 Champions League victory against St Polten. Kerr had been recovering from a significant knee injury and missed competitive matches until September 2025. She expressed happiness about playing again and is aiming for more game time.

Key Facts

  • Sam Kerr started for Chelsea for the first time in 692 days.
  • She scored two goals in Chelsea's 6-0 win against St Polten in the Champions League.
  • Kerr was sidelined due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury since January 2024.
  • She had played nine times as a substitute this season before this start.
  • Kerr aims for more regular playing time and hopes to start in the Women's Super League soon.
  • Other Chelsea players, including Lauren James and Naomi Girma, also made comebacks from injuries.
  • Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor is pleased with having more players available for team selection.
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