You know that feeling when something is so close yet so far? That’s how I feel about the Socceroos right now and their quest to be the champions of Asia.
At a time when Australia has lost the Ashes and with no players left in the Australian Open, it would be a perfect time for the Socceroos to win a trophy, because we all know that nothing makes Aussies happier than winning something in sport.
The Asian Cup has increased in importance over the years. Even if the Socceroos make the finals, it would be such an achievement and it beats getting knocked out early in the competition.
The game against Iraq must have been one of the most frustrating and tense Socceroos games I have ever watched, knowing that winning that match would mean the Socceroos would reach the semi finals, one step closer to the finals.
Seeing Harry Kewell score that winner reminded me when I first saw him play back in 1997 against Iran, when he scored his first international goal. A star was born and it is good to know a much older Harry Kewell still has potential in him, despite all the naysayers out there.
What made it even sweeter was when Holger Osieck questioned the critics about his choice of Kewell in the team.
As a team we have evolved so much since 1997, with more outstanding players who have had individual achievements with their clubs. As Bahrain taught us though, we really should not assume too early that a game is won because of our opponent’s current world rankings, as we still struggled to score goals in that match.
I believe we can win this Asian Cup, and nothing would make Australia Day extra special than finding out we have made it into the finals.
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