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Gotham FC Signs Sam Kerr Through 2030

6/29/2026

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Sam Kerr Joins

Gotham FC signed forward Sam Kerr to a contract through 2030 after Chelsea deal ended.
Club announced signing on June 29, 2026, noting Kerr will join in July pending clearance.
Kerr left Chelsea after 116 goals in 158 matches, five WSL titles, and remains the NWSL’s all-time regular-season scoring leader with three Golden Boots.
Gotham offered a $20 ticket to The Queens Classic for 24 hours to honor Kerr’s No. 20.

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Sam Kerr Returns

Gotham FC will invest $35 million in its first dedicated training complex, due in 2028.
Yael Averbuch West, president of soccer operations, called Kerr’s return a landmark moment.
Reigning NWSL champions Gotham sit fifth midway through the 2026 season, marking a competitive window for Kerr.
Gotham FC added Norway international Guro Reiten and U.S. prospect Jaedyn Shaw, with Kerr’s partner Kristie Mewis set to reside in New York.

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Sam Kerr Joins

Gotham FC signed forward Sam Kerr to a contract through 2030 after Chelsea deal ended.
Club announced signing on June 29, 2026, noting Kerr will join in July pending clearance.
Kerr left Chelsea after 116 goals in 158 matches, five WSL titles, and remains the NWSL’s all-time regular-season scoring leader with three Golden Boots.
Gotham offered a $20 ticket to The Queens Classic for 24 hours to honor Kerr’s No. 20.

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