Australia striker Sam Kerr will miss the hosts’ opening two matches of the Women’s World Cup after suffering a calf injury in training ahead of the tournament.
Football Australia announced Kerr’s injury moments after submitting their official teamsheet for the opening game of their tournament against the Republic of Ireland on Thursday, saying Kerr suffered a calf injury during the team’s final training session. She will be unavailable for the Ireland clash, as well as their second Group B match against Nigeria on July 27.
The Chelsea forward will then be assessed by the Matildas’ medical team to determine her availability for the team’s final group game against Canada on July 31.
