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Sam Kerr Shatters Chelsea Scoring Record!
4 May
Summary
- Sam Kerr becomes Chelsea's all-time leading WSL scorer.
- She surpassed Fran Kirby's long-standing scoring record.
- Manchester City inches closer to a decade-long WSL title.

Sam Kerr has cemented her legacy at Chelsea by becoming the club's all-time leading scorer in the Women's Super League. Her 64th goal, which broke Fran Kirby's long-standing record, came in a 3-1 victory over Leicester. This milestone marks a remarkable comeback after a significant ACL injury. Since returning from the Asia Cup in March, Kerr has averaged 1.4 goal contributions per game, re-establishing herself as a formidable forward.
Kerr's social media activity suggests this season will be her last with Chelsea. Her impressive goal rate since her debut in January 2020 is second only to Bunny Shaw. The victory over Leicester also secured Chelsea's place in European football for the next season, a crucial achievement for manager Sonia Bompastor as she rebuilds the squad.
In a separate development, Manchester City is nearing their first WSL title in a decade. A dramatic 1-0 win against Liverpool, secured by a 91st-minute header from Rebecca Knaak, put them on the brink of glory. Despite a tense finish and a struggle during the match, their determination was evident. They likely need only one point from their final game to clinch the title, potentially even winning it if Arsenal falters.