@eyeivo@realnumber9_ The government will step in and force their hand and take control. Just like Fed Square. Ultimately they will fold before that cos they won't want to be shown up like that. they actually don't have the power they think they do..
@DanielGarb@Socceroos Isn't it awesome that we have depth in this team that we can have these discussions!! It's been a while since we've had genuine options on the bench, IMO
Who's #TURvPAR? It's got every new FIFA rule in the one half!! Red card for covering the mouth, corner awarded for keeper taking too long to dispose the ball and player off for 1 minute after receiving treatment.
Loving this ref
๐ฆ๐บ Cristian Volpato showed exactly why so many Australian fans are excited about his future.
Even in a disappointing result against the USA, Volpato looked like one of the few players capable of changing the game. Every time he got on the ball, he wanted to drive forward, take risks and make things happen. Australia has often lacked that creative spark in the final third, and Volpato brought it.
The biggest issue for the Socceroos in the first half wasnโt effort, it was confidence and control.
Australia sat too deep, allowed the USA too much possession and struggled to play through the American press. The midfield couldnโt get enough touches on the ball, which left the forwards isolated and chasing shadows. When Australia won possession back, too many attacks ended with rushed clearances instead of building meaningful passages of play.
The difference when Volpato got involved was obvious. He was willing to receive the ball under pressure, turn defenders and carry Australia up the pitch. Thatโs the kind of bravery you need at World Cup level.
The loss hurts, but if thereโs one major positive to take away, itโs that Cristian Volpato looks ready for a much bigger role. Australia looked far more dangerous when the game started opening up and he was at the heart of it.
โญ๏ธ Creative.
โญ๏ธ Fearless.
โญ๏ธ Direct.
The future of Australian football is in good hands with players like Volpato coming through. ๐ฆ๐บ๐๐
How bad was the ref?? Even wasted time for them in the injury time?!? WTF? I think his performance was almost as bad as our first half...
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been in queue for 1 hour!! Nice of FIFA to not mention the queue opens earlier than advertised.
Do I bother waiting longer or just back to bed?
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