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Ex-Matildas and Socceroos stars insist there is 'no chance' Sam Kerr starts vs Canada - as scenario in which superstar won't play at all comes to light

Matildas great Amy Chapman and Socceroos legend Mark Schwarzer both believe that injured Aussie star Sam Kerr will start from the bench against Canada tonight - if she plays at all.

The Chelsea star and Matildas captain has missed the first two group games at the Women's World Cup with a calf injury and is racing the clock to be fit for the third and final group stage match that will decide who advances to the knockout rounds.

In a worrying sign for Aussie fans, Kerr was spotted with her calf heavily strapped on game day, but the superstar forward assured fans on Saturday that she will play.