Sam Kerr mocks soccer commentator who made a shocking mistake during the Matildas’ huge upset win over Germany

Sam Kerr was not present in Matildas’ impressive 2-1 win over Germany as she recovers from a cruciate ligament injury, but she did make her presence felt on Instagram with a pointed comment on the TV coverage of the match.

Kerr, 31, sarcastically posted on the official Matildas page ‘well done Keira’ after commentator Teo Pellizzeri mispronounced Kyra Cooney-Cross’ name while calling the match – and her wonder goal.

It followed the midfielder’s epic long-range effort in Duisburg, which will be shown on repeat around the world.

Predictably, many football fans on social media sided with Kerr when it came to Pellizzeri’s unfortunate mistake.

“The commentator needs to get it right,” someone responded.

Another said: ‘Why am I not surprised.’

A third asked: ‘How did you mess up the name Kyra.’

Germany dominated the early stages of the match and took the lead in the fifth minute through Selina Cerci.

Sam Kerr posted on the official Matildas page ‘well done Keira’ after commentator Teo Pellizzeri mispronounced Kyra Cooney-Cross’ name when calling the match

Kerr is pictured with Pellizzeri, who also covers matches for the A-League

Predictably, many football fans on social media sided with Sam Kerr

One supporter was ‘not surprised’ by the error in the comment, while another asked ‘how did you mess up the name Kyra’

Cooney-Cross’ first goal for the Matildas after 50 caps was a stunning floating effort that deflected the German keeper from a ridiculous distance (pictured)

The midfielder was mobbed by her teammates after finding the back of the net

However, under interim coach Tom Sermanni, the Matildas overcame a nervous start to record their first victory over the Germans since 2005.

After Cerci gained possession, Cooney-Cross quickly spotted German goalkeeper Stina Johannes off her line.

She then unleashed a floating effort from almost 40 yards out that sailed over the back-kicking manager and into the back of the net, sparking euphoric celebrations.

Tottenham defender Clare Hunt then headed home the winner from Steph Catley’s accurate corner in the 77th minute.

It completed an impressive comeback for the Matildas, who needed a confidence boost after a disappointing Olympic Games campaign in Paris under former coach Tony Gustavsson.

The Germans hoped to celebrate retired striker Alexandra Popp’s final appearance with a win, but gritty Matildas spoiled the party.

Attention now turns to the next international window in November and December when the Matildas take on Brazil on home soil and then Chinese Taipei.