Sam Kerr shares a heartwarming throwback photo for her 31st birthday – but can you tell which Matildas teammate she is with?

Matildas star Sam Kerr celebrated her 31st birthday on Tuesday with heartfelt messages from teammates, despite facing a tough year due to an ACL injury. The injury, which occurred during a Chelsea training camp in Morocco in January, forced Kerr to miss the remainder of the Women’s Super League season and the Olympics in Paris.

Although her absence was deeply felt by Australian fans, she shared with Optus Sport that she’s focused on recovery and won’t rush back to the field. “I’m not putting a date on my return,” Kerr said, emphasizing her priority to ensure a full recovery after her second ACL injury.

Many Matildas teammates celebrated Kerr’s special day on social media, sharing old photos and warm messages. Emily van Egmond posted a nostalgic image of herself with Kerr as young rivals in the W-League, where they played for Newcastle Jets and Perth Glory, respectively.

Other Matildas stars, like Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley, and Mackenzie Arnold, shared throwback montages of their time together on the field. While Kerr’s birthday was filled with camaraderie and support, her off-field challenges continue, with a criminal trial set for February related to an alleged incident in London.

Nonetheless, Kerr remains focused on her recovery, hoping to return stronger and continue her impact on the game.