Chelsea condemned homophobic abuse directed towards star striker Sam Kerr on Tuesday after she and her fiancee, USA international Kristie Mewis, announced they were expecting a baby.

Chelsea condemn homophobic abuse after Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis announce pregnancy - Kerr and Mewis revealed they are expecting a baby in the new year but the announcement was targeted with abuse

While Kerr will not carry the child, she is still entitled to family leave, in accordance with FIFA’s regulations. Non-biological mothers in same-sex relationships are guaranteed eight weeks of paid absence, which must be taken within six months of the child’s birth.