Key Points:
– Australia’s Sam Kerr will not participate in the women’s Olympic soccer at the Paris Games.
– Kerr, who sustained an ACL injury in January, will focus on her recovery.
– Football Australia confirmed Kerr’s absence in a squad announcement for Australia’s upcoming matches.
– Kerr and fellow injured player Amy Sayer will continue rehabilitation and miss the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Details:
Australia’s national women’s soccer team will be without their star player, Sam Kerr, at the upcoming Paris Olympics. Kerr sustained a serious knee injury during a training camp in January, casting doubt on her participation in the Games. Football Australia officially ruled out Kerr’s involvement in a recent squad announcement for Australia’s matches against China, starting on May 31.
Both Kerr and teammate Amy Sayer, who are undergoing long-term recovery for ACL injuries, will focus on their rehabilitation programs in their respective club environments. Consequently, they will not be available for selection for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Australian coach Tony Gustavsson noted that the squad announced on Tuesday provides a strong indication of the potential Olympic lineup. However, he mentioned that injured players like Katrina Gorry and Aivi Luik could still be considered for the final roster.
Gustavsson acknowledged the challenging task of evaluating players, their fitness levels, and the subsequent selection process for the Olympics. Australia, aiming for their first Olympic medal, will strive to build on their success from the Women’s World Cup by reaching the semi-finals when they compete in Paris.
