Central Coast Mariners sensation Tiana Fuller said it is “amazing” to be compared with CommBank Matildas legend Sam Kerr as the Ninja A-League champion reflected on an unforgettable season.
The 17-year-old young gun coolly converted a spot-kick in the shoot-out to help the Mariners defy the odds at AAMI Park, where Australian superstar and Chelsea striker Kerr was in attendance.
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Asked about comparisons with Kerr almost a week on from a magic night for Central Coast, Fuller told reporters: “I didn’t know she was at the game until after I saw on social media.
“But the comparisons are crazy. Like she’s one of the best in Australia and a very big name for like the Matilda.
“So to be being compared to her, that’s amazing for me.”
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Fuller – still in school – enjoyed a breakout season for Emily Husband’s Mariners.
The A-Leagues rookie scored six goals in 23 games, despite only starting four matches.
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On her future aspirations, Fuller said: “I definitely want to go play football overseas.
“I want to play like around the world, all different countries. So just working to that, playing everywhere I possibly can.
“Not a dream club, but it would be very nice to play for Arsenal or Barcelona.”
