Relief: Socceroos 4 v Thailand 0

The Socceroos had a Great Escape tonight, qualifying for the quarter finals of the Asian Cup. But after Beauchamp scored the opening goal, the Socceroos were pegged back on the back foot for prolonged periods in the match. Had the Thais finished better, Australia would surely be on the plane home tonight. In the end the heroes were Beauchamp and Mark Milligan who were immense in the centre of defence, Tim Cahill the playmaker set up two goals for Viduka and one for Kewell. Next opponent Japan, in the replay of the World Cup 2006 match in Germany. With this defence being shaky, the Socceroos need to buck up to stand any chance.