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Matildas star Kerr receives stunning praise from opposition coach

After becoming the first Australian to score a World Cup hat-trick, the praise for Sam Kerr has been coming from all angles with even Jamaica's coach weighing in with some massive compliments.

Despite seeing Kerr dismantle his side in the Matildas 4-1 win, Hue Menzies admitted he'd pay to watch the Australian captain in action.

"It doesn’t get any better than that," Menzies said post-match.

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"The kid is just resilient, she’s a goal scorer, she plays for her badge and her country. I love her attitude, particularly in the box, you can’t teach that.