Sam Kerr has declared herself fit to play against Olympic champions Canada within the Matildas’ must-win ultimate group stage match on the 2023 Women’s World Cup.
Speaking at a press convention in Brisbane on Saturday, the primary time she has answered questions on a calf harm suffered 10 days in the past, Kerr stated she was able to be picked against Canada.
“I’m definitely going to be available,” Kerr stated.
The striker stated she had skilled with the squad on Saturday, however wouldn’t be drawn on whether or not she would begin against Canada or come off the bench.
Australia should beat Canada to ensure development to the spherical of 16, following the shock defeat to Nigeria on Thursday. A draw will depart the workforce’s hopes topic to the outcome within the simultaneous clash between Nigeria and Ireland – by which the Irish have to beat the Super Falcons and purpose distinction to interrupt Australia’s method.
Kerr suffered a calf harm in a warm-up at coaching per week and a half in the past, on the eve of the Matildas’ World Cup opener against Ireland. Her absence was sensationally introduced barely an hour earlier than the blockbuster clash in entrance a capacity-crowd at Stadium Australia.
Ever because the standing of Kerr’s restoration has come below immense scrutiny, with Football Australia remaining silent in regards to the well being of the Matildas’ captain.
“The plan has always been the same – miss the first two games and then reassess,” stated Kerr on Saturday.
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