Trolls spread conspiracy theories following Sam Kerr's baby announcement

Sam Kerr, captain of the Australian Matildas, and her fiancée Kristie Mewis announced they are expecting their first child. The couple shared the news on Instagram, but faced a wave of hateful comments, prompting them to disable comments on the post. Some internet trolls have created a conspiracy theory suggesting the pregnancy is a ploy to gain public sympathy ahead of Kerr's upcoming court trial for alleged racially aggravated harassment. Kerr has pleaded not guilty, and her trial is set for February 2025. Despite the negativity, many supporters have defended the couple online, urging others to focus on the positive news. They criticized the trolls for their hateful comments and called for more respectful reactions.