Sam Kerr scores hat-trick as Chelsea romp to League Cup final win over Bristol City
Sam Kerr scored a hat trick as Chelsea's women retained the League Cup with a 6-0 victory over Bristol City on Sunday, giving Emma Hayes her eighth major trophy as manager.
Kerr grabbed the opening two goals inside the opening 10 minutes of the final — both assisted by Fran Kirby — before the England forward's brace put Chelsea 4-0 ahead at the break.
Australian Kerr completed her treble in the 48th minute before Guro Reiten rounded off the rout for the Women's Super League leaders.
Chelsea's Sam Kerr celebrates scoring during the FA Women's League Cup final against Bristol City. AP
The game ended on a concerning note for Chelsea after defender Maren Mjelde went down after a challenge from Bristol's Aimee Palmer with 15 minutes to go.
The Norway captain was carried off the pitch on a stretcher, with gas and air administered by paramedics.
Sam Kerr of Chelsea celebrates with her teammates after winning the League Cup final. Getty
