Sam Kerr Cleared: Chelsea Stands Behind Star Striker

Sam Kerr, Australia's soccer captain, has been acquitted of racially abusing a British police officer. Chelsea and manager Sonia Bompastor show full support, finding her apology satisfactory. Football Australia faces scrutiny for not being informed earlier about Kerr's legal issues; meanwhile, Kerr is nearly ready to return to the field post-injury.

Chelsea's manager Sonia Bompastor announced that no sanctions would be imposed on striker Sam Kerr following her recent acquittal in a court case. The Australian captain was found not guilty of racially abusing a British police officer, stemming from a two-year-old dispute with a cab driver.

Kerr apologized for her remarks, describing them as poorly expressed. Bompastor expressed the club's support for Kerr, stating her public apology addressed the issue satisfactorily. She emphasized that the club's focus is on supporting Kerr after her challenging week in court.

Despite the court's decision, some have suggested Australia's football association re-evaluate Kerr's captaincy of the Matildas. Football Australia was unaware of the charges until recently. Meanwhile, Kerr is making strides in her injury recovery and is back in training with Chelsea.

(With inputs from agencies.)