Aussie football fans were finally able to see Matildas captain Sam Kerr unshackled during the Olympic qualifiers in Australia, with one small detail showing how glad Kerr was to be home.
After a slow start against Iran, the Matildas belted The Philippines [8-0] and Chinese Taipei [3-0] in their qualifying matches at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Kerr was able to unleash herself against those three sides after sitting out most of the FIFA Women's World Cup because of dual calf injuries.
She especially shone in the Philippines match, with the Chelsea star hammering home a hattrick to the delight of the sold out crowd.