The Matildas have suffered a massive blow ahead of the FIFA Women's World Cup with an injury to superstar Sam Kerr ruling her out of the opening matches.
The Australian striker suffered a calf injury on Wednesday with the team confirming she would miss the start of the tournament.
A calf injury has ruled Sam Kerr out of the first two FIFA Women's World Cup matches. Picture: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images Kerr is one of the most recognisable and popular Australian athletes and was recently the nation's flag bearer at the King's Coronation in London.
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