Ready and waiting for a watch party: Young fans have solid advice for the Socceroos

Promising seven-year-old striker Keeley Hughes said she was most looking forward to cheering on Sam Kerr on Sunday, even though Kerr won’t be in the mix when the Socceroos open their FIFA World Cup campaign. Blame the lasting effect of Matildas mania that gripped the nation during the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

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