Sam Kerr has stepped out for breakfast with several family memebers this week
It comes as she has returned to Australia for her side's upcoming friendlies
By ED CARRUTHERS FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA
Published: 04:32 EDT, 2 April 2025 | Updated: 04:33 EDT, 2 April 2025
Matildas star Sam Kerr received a big welcome back home to Australia as she returned to train with the Matildas for the first time since 2023.
And on Wednesday, the Chelsea star had appeared to take the morning off to do a bit of shopping and spend some time in Sydney with her family.
The footy star stopped off at Bills for a spot of breakfast, before she and her relatives stepped out to do some shopping.
Kerr was seen wearing a pair of shorts, white trainers and a black T-shirt that had the phrase: 'Everyone watches women's sports,' printed on its front.
The phrase hits back at people who have attempted to dismiss the popularity and importance of women's sports.
The T-shirt is designed by the brand Togethxr, a commerce company that strives to help promote equal rights for women, ensure diversity and generate areas where women can compete and play sports.
Sam Kerr has enjoyed some rest and relaxation with her family this week after returning to Australia to link up with the Matildas in a non-playing capacity
Kerr was also seen wearing a T-shirt, designed by the brand Togethxr, which read: 'Everyone watches women's sports'
The T-shirt's message hits back at people who have attempted to dismiss the popularity and importance of women's sports
On their website, Togethxr states that 'women make up 44 per cent of all participants in sport but receive less than 16 per cent of sports media coverage'. The brand is looking to change the narratives around the exposure that women's sport gets.
Togethxr has also recently teamed up with Nike, who are collaborating with the brand on their 'Everyone Watches Women's Sports' merchandising range.
In February, former Triple M host Marty Sheargold left the radio station after he made unsavoury comments about Australia's women's football side.
Sheargold said, live on air, that the Matildas players reminded him of 'year 10 girls'. He also said he 'would rather hammer a nail through the head of his penis' than watch the team in next year's Asian Cup.
The comments were labelled misogynistic and disrespectful. Sheargold was subsequently dropped by the broadcaster.
Kerr, meanwhile, has been out of action for over a year after rupturing her ACL in January, during a training camp.
She has returned to Australia to link up with the Matildas ahead of their upcoming friendlies against South Korea, but she will not feature in either match.
Kerr, who has scored 69 goals across 128 appearances for Australia, has been included in the Matildas squad in a non-playing capacity. Her return date is still to be confirmed.
Kerr (centre) was seen training with team-mates as she continues to recover from an ACL rupture
The Matildas are due to play friendlies against South Korea on Friday and again on Monday in Sydney and Newcastle.
Kerr is also likely set to continue on in her role as captain after Football Australia announced in recent days that they would be taking further action after Kerr was found not guilty on one charge of the racially aggravated harassment of a British police officer following a night out in London.
Following Kerr's high-profile court case, questions had been asked over whether the 31-year-old would retain the captain's armband. The Chelsea striker had received the backing of multiple Australia team-mates, including Emily van Egmond.
In a statement, Football Australia boss Anter Isaac stated: 'Knowing how Sam feels about the events, along with the additional context we've learned, has added vital perspective that the general public may not be aware of.
'Setting aside those difficulties, this one incident should not offset the incredible contributions she has made, both publicly and privately, on and off the field for more than 15 years.'
Following the court case, Kerr apologised for her actions, adding that she was 'committed to learning from this experience.'
'I want to express my sincere regret for how events unfolded,' Kerr said.
'It was an incredibly difficult period for me, my family, my club, my teammates, and especially for the fans whose support means so much to us.
Mary Fowler is also back in Sydney this week and stepped out for a spot of lunch in Double Bay with her sister
Fowler has struggled to find the back of the net in her last 10 appearances for Manchester City but will be hoping to get back on the score sheet this Friday as Australia take on South Korea
'I recognise that leadership means being mindful of our actions both on and off the pitch. I’m proud of the Matildas, the role I have played as a member of that team, and everything we stand for, and I’m committed to learning from this experience.
'Moving forward, I’m focused on doing my part to ensure we grow even stronger together, and I look forward to having the opportunity of rejoining the team once I’m fit and ready.'
Mary Fowler is another Women's Super League star who has returned back to Australia for this week's fixtures.
Fowler was pictured out for lunch in Double Bay this week with her sister.
The 22-year-old has scored six goals for Manchester City in the Women's Super League and returned seven assists across 17 appearances.
Despite that, Fowler has been experienceing a goal drought in recent months, with the footy star having not scored in any of her last 10 league appearances for City.