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Sam Kerr

Sam Kerr is an Australian professional soccer player known for playing as a forward and captaining the Australia women's national team, the Matildas, since 2019.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sam Kerr is an Australian professional soccer player known for playing as a forward and captaining the Australia women's national team, the Matildas, since 2019. Born in Fremantle, Western Australia, she has played club football in Australia, the United States, and England and has been one of the sport’s most prolific scorers.

Early life and background

Sam Kerr was born in Fremantle, Western Australia, and began her senior professional career at a young age. Sources describe her as an Australian footballer who emerged as a major talent early in her career.

Club career

Kerr has played club football in Australia, the United States, and England, including for Perth Glory, Chicago Red Stars, and Chelsea. She is widely recognized for her scoring record and attacking consistency.

International career

Kerr has represented Australia and became captain of the Matildas in 2019. She later became the team’s all-time leading scorer.

Records and recognition

Sources describe Kerr as one of the sport’s most prolific goalscorers, with league and international scoring records noted across multiple competitions. She has been highlighted as a standout player for Australia and Chelsea.

Key facts

  • Sam Kerr is an Australian soccer player and captain of the Matildas.
  • She was born on 10 September 1993 in Fremantle, Western Australia.
  • She has played professionally in Australia, the United States, and England.
  • She became the Matildas' all-time leading scorer.
  • As of the supplied sources, she plays for Chelsea.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sam Kerr?
Sam Kerr is an Australian professional soccer player who plays as a forward and has captained the Matildas since 2019.
How old is Sam Kerr?
She was born on 10 September 1993, which makes her 32 years old as of 2026.
What team does Sam Kerr play for?
The supplied sources identify her current club as Chelsea and her national team as Australia’s Matildas.
Is Sam Kerr married?
The provided sources do not verify a marriage. They mention her partner in some outlets, but no source here confirms that she is married.
What is Sam Kerr's net worth?
The provided sources do not give a verified net worth figure.
How many goals has Sam Kerr scored?
The exact total depends on whether club, international, or combined goals are meant. The sources say she is the Matildas’ all-time leading scorer and list 63 international goals in one FIFA profile, while older sources show different totals.

References

  1. Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Sam-Kerr
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, role, captaincy, and career overview.
  2. Olympics Australiahttps://www.olympics.com.au/olympians/sam-kerr/
    Supports: Year born, state born, Matildas scoring record, and club-level achievements.
  3. FIFAhttps://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/womens/womensworldcup/australia-new-zealand2023/articles/sam-kerr-achievements-personal-life-australia-matildas-womens-world-cup-2023
    Supports: International scoring totals and goal-scoring records.
  4. BBC Sporthttps://www.bbc.com/sport/football/48724022
    Supports: Scoring records and career context, including historical goal totals.
  5. BBC Sporthttps://www.bbc.com/sport/football/66203293
    Supports: Age context and role as Matildas captain.
  6. ESPNhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/player/bio/_/id/158683/sam-kerr
    Supports: Current club listing and player position.
  7. Sam Kerr official sitehttps://www.samkerrfootball.com/about-sam-kerr
    Supports: Career overview, clubs played for, and captaincy.
  8. BritainDaily.ukhttps://britaindaily.uk/tech/sam-kerr-biography-baby-injury/
    Supports: Mentions partner and child, but not a verified marriage or net worth.