Wanderers coach says sorry for media no-show as his side puts the drama behind them to overcome Perth
The Wanderers coach admits he has stuff going on in his personal life, and insists he has full support of playing group.
Perth Glory defender Josh Risdon hopes his recent wonder strike caught the attention of Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou.
Risdon unleashed a 23-yard thunderbolt to inspire Glory to a 3-2 win over the Wanderers last Saturday.
The 22-year-old right back was on the cusp of an Asian Cup call-up earlier this year, and he hopes his strong performances this season will boost his chances of earning a Socceroos debut in the near future.
“Hopefully (Postecoglou) saw that,” Risdon said.
“I think that’s part of my game that I was missing – the final third, the last ball, and just that cutting edge.
“Hopefully I’ve got a few more to come.
“I know my main job is to stay and defend, but every chance I get I like to have a venture forward and try to help out when I can.
“Hopefully my chance comes for the Socceroos.”
With just four games remaining, Glory sit equal on points with second-placed Melbourne Victory, and just one behind ladder-leaders Wellington.
Perth have an excellent chance to boost their chances of a top-two berth when they take on the last-placed Jets in Newcastle on Monday.
Saturday’s win against the Wanderers broke a nine-match winless run for Perth, and Risdon said the club was looking to finish off the season strongly.
Midfielder Danny De Silva and striker Jamie Maclaren are a chance to feature against the Jets if they pull up well from their stint with the Olyroos.
Veteran Ruben Zadkovich is a chance to return from a knee injury, while winger Youssouf Hersi (hamstring) is edging closer towards a playing return.
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The Wanderers coach admits he has stuff going on in his personal life, and insists he has full support of playing group.
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