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Sam Kerr: How will not guilty verdict and trial affect Chelsea striker’s career?


There was significant media interest in this case for the duration, not just among British media but Australian media.

The public gallery was so full that the court had to find extra seats for reporters, and each day there was a large number of camera crews and reporters filming and photographing Kerr’s arrival at and departure from court.

Kerr is arguably the most famous sportswoman in Australia, having been the face of the Matildas’ home World Cup in 2023 in which they came fourth.

Her status has seen Kerr become a symbol of Australia around the world outside of sport, and she was the national flag bearer at the coronation of King Charles III.

Following the outcome of the trial, Football Australia welcomed Kerr’s statement, and spoke of her importance to the team.

“Sam has been a key figure in Australian football for many years, and we recognise the significant pressures that this matter has brought to everyone involved,” the statement read.

Football Australia said it would “reflect with Sam on learnings from this matter”, but stopped short of details, including whether Kerr would remain captain.

Reaction from the Australian public, when the BBC spoke to people on Bondi Beach in Sydney on Wednesday, was more mixed.

“I think people would make mistakes,” said one person. “She’s in the limelight and she has been a great role model for young girls. It’s important for her to keep that, with everything she has done for female football in Australia.”

“She obviously let herself down,” said another. “I’m a bit surprised she has got away with it like she has. We’ll see what comes from this for Chelsea and Australia I guess.”



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