Sadly, pitch invasion is starting to become the new normal in sports. On multiple occasions in recent times, fans both young and old have stormed onto the field, disrupting play. However, recently, a pitch invader received a rather physical greeting from Chelsea striker, Sam Kerr, when he rushed onto the field, during their Champions League game against Juventus.
Protect the wome….. no, no Sam’s got ‘em. https://t.co/9PxlZsf6Wi
— Abby Wambach (@AbbyWambach) December 9, 2021
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Not a fan of his unnecessary antics, Kerr shouldered the invader to the ground, as applauses galore. Despite the player getting booked for the offense, Kerr received a lot of praise for her actions on Twitter. As for the scoreline, the game ended 0-0 with neither teams finding the back of the net.
Sam Kerr brings down a pitch invader
As the game entered its closing stages, a man ran onto the field, disrupting the play. He pulled out his camera and appeared to take selfies with players on the pitch. However, while he moved towards Kerr, she gave him a shoulder tackle, bringing him down. As the crowd taunted him with jeers, the Chelsea player was well appreciated by those in attendance. Moreover, fans on Twitter lauded the striker for taking matters into her own hands.
It is very important to watch this video with sound. (I have many questions about how this dude was just allowed to wander, but I also need you to watch this with sound.) pic.twitter.com/SxARPjHI3Q
— Meg Linehan (@itsmeglinehan) December 8, 2021
It was hard to think of a way Sam Kerr could finish this week that would endear her to Australian fans even more, beyond what she’s achieved on the field.
This was the only way. https://t.co/Ydbsa5hqH3
— Vince Rugari (@VinceRugari) December 8, 2021
Sam Kerr leveling that idiot pitch invader is funny and all but I'm glad nobody got hurt and I mostly come away again worried about security at women's soccer games. We've seen issues in the NWSL and w/USWNT in past years. We're lucky these people haven't had worse intentions.
— Jeff Kassouf (@JeffKassouf) December 9, 2021
Sam Kerr got a yellow for this. I think she have gotten a ticker tape parade. https://t.co/BuV8PfkK0B
— Shireen Ahmed (@_shireenahmed_) December 9, 2021
Sam Kerr dropping a pitch invader during a champions league game is the most girlboss shit I’ve ever seen and I’m so here for it
— Lav Baj (@lavosaurus) December 8, 2021
Sam Kerr, bodyguard. https://t.co/NHc2qEc01g
— RJ Allen (@ASoccerPundit) December 8, 2021
Sam Kerr could run through a brick wall I'm not convinced otherwise… pic.twitter.com/J6vQTRXHv6
— Kelsey Trainor (@ktrain_11) December 8, 2021
AND ITS SAM KERR OUT OF NOWHEREEE pic.twitter.com/1b2925UzvE
— bella (@bellacfc) December 9, 2021
Turns out, the fan wanted to take a picture with Chelsea captain Magda Eriksson. However, Sam was not impressed with his approach. Post the match, Chelsea boss Emma Hayes spoke about the same, highlighting the importance of players’ protection.
“So I think it should serve as a reminder to us all and the stadiums and stewards that we have to put player protection first,” said Hayes.
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Fans react in favor of the Chelsea striker
One fan spoke in favor of Kerr as he loved her decision to bring the fan down. He questioned the welfare of all these players as fans invade the pitches for no reason these days. From taking selfies to getting autographs and jerseys, invasions have become customary for most fans as they merely rush onto the pitch.
On a number of levels, this shoulder by Sam Kerr is one of the most satisfying things I’ve ever seen pic.twitter.com/A8RUHxx4iT
— Gavan Casey (@GavanCasey) December 9, 2021
Sam Kerr with just *the most* satisfying shoulder barge you will ever see last night pic.twitter.com/0cAD7Cicac
— Football Ramble (@FootballRamble) December 9, 2021
Why the hell do @NWSL players have to protect themselves from predators constantly EVEN DURING GAMES?? For effs sake. Also: @samkerr1 you are a goddamn treasure https://t.co/0RwFfjJDtG
— Glennon Doyle (@GlennonDoyle) December 9, 2021
'How to deal with a pitch invader' a short story by Sam Kerr pic.twitter.com/MTnDZxWKJ8
— FootballJOE (@FootballJOE) December 9, 2021
Sam Kerr has had enough of pitch invaders! pic.twitter.com/rsiu2xu2Di
— Simon Phillips (@siphillipssport) December 9, 2021
Sam Kerr deserves a Ballon d’Or for this. https://t.co/r9aeXq3OXr
— Brooks Peck (@BrooksDT) December 9, 2021
So a pitch invader ran onto the field during Chelsea Womens' Champions League tie with Juventus.
Sam Kerr dropped her shoulder into him, and put him on his backside — she was booked as a result.
Makes you proud to be an Australian… 🐐 pic.twitter.com/IHCrevMI6t
— ABC SPORT (@abcsport) December 8, 2021
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I wanna be Sam Kerr when I grow up https://t.co/h2UBPpO0oL
— Jenny Chiu (@jennyachiu) December 9, 2021
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With the increasing number of pitch invaders in recent times, the organizers need to take serious note of the problem and find a solution. However, do you think it was right of Kerr to bring the fan down in that manner?
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