Saturday, June 30, 2007

2007 Asian Cup warmup: Singapore 0 Australia 3




The Socceroos had their final hit out against Singapore, ranked 134 in the FIFA rankings, but made heavy work of despatching of a plucky Singapore side, who hit the woodwork. Australia needs to improve on the teamwork and fluency to have any chance of lifting the Asian Cup. But the 3rd goal was a classic, Harry Kewell breaking down the left to put in a sublime cross for Mark Viduka to head home from 6 yeards. A throw back to their Leeds United days.

Friday, June 22, 2007

Asian Cup 2007: Socceroos favourites


One year after the heroics in the World Cup in Germany, the Socceroos are embarking on the quest for the Asian Cup 2007. Having joined the Asian Confederation, the Socceroos have had the 'favourites' tag branded on them for the title. But wait, they are still only the 3rd ranked team in Asia. Two days ago, they touched down in Singapore and start their preparations with acclimatisation and a warm up match against singapore, before the first match on July 8 v Oman. Check back here for commentary on their progress.