Kristie Mewis, Sam Kerr’s girlfriend, arrives in Sydney ahead of the World Cup semi-final which sees her current partner take on her ex-star Lionesses

The mind games have begun ahead of the Matildas World Cup semi-final against England on Wednesday, with Aussie star Sam Kerr’s girlfriend arriving to support her partner – who will be playing her ex.

Currently in the spotlight for her blossoming relationship with Australian striker Sam Kerr, Mewis previously shared her heart with England striker Rachel Daly.

Kerr and Daly take on each other on Wednesday with a World Cup final up for grabs.

However, there is no loyalty for Mewis, who will be 100 per cent behind her current partner Kerr after arriving in Sydney for the big game.

Mewis and Daly’s story began as teammates on the Houston Dash in the American Major League Soccer competition.

The American football star has provided Kerr with great support as the striker struggled with a calf injury that kept her off the field until the match against Denmark.

Mewis and Kerr share a tender moment after the Matildas triumphed in a penalty shootout against France in the quarter-finals of the World Cup

England’s Rachel Daly will have to play knowing that her ex-partner is in the stands to cheer on the opponent

Their friendship blossomed into a romantic partnership in November 2017, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their on-field chemistry.

After two years together, Mewis and Daly decided to separate and keep the reasons behind their divorce private. Despite this, they remained teammates until 2021.

Mewis started a new chapter at NJ/NY Gotham FC, while Daly returned to England and joined Aston Villa.

By a twist of fate, Mewis’ heart found its match again, this time with Australian star Sam Kerr.

While the exact genesis of their relationship remains a mystery, Mewis’ eyes fell sharply on comforting Kerr on the field during the US victory over Australia in the bronze medal match of the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Soon after, the couple publicly confirmed their love story through a heartfelt Instagram post that featured a tender kiss.

Mewis supports Kerr from the stands after the USA were eliminated from the tournament by Sweden

Mewis and Daly were former teammates with the Houston Dash in US Major League Soccer, where they became an item

For Kerr, this new romance marked a new beginning after the end of her seven-year relationship with fellow soccer player Nikki Stanton.

The two briefly shared the field as teammates for the Chicago Red Stars from 2018 to 2019.

Kerr was also photographed sharing a kiss with Mewis following their historic quarter-final victory over France.

Mewis supported her beau from the stands after the US was knocked out by Sweden.

The Matildas will play the semi-final against England in Sydney on Wednesday, the kick-off is at 8 p.m.