.....last night, Melbourne sent off the Socceroos in style. A crowd of over 95,000 fans witnessed Australia beat a very disappointing Greece 1-0. Our performance was overall, very good and a sign that a couple of upsets during the World Cup isn't beyond us especially with the likes of Kewell, Cahill and Schwarzer to return. The goal came from a perfectly crafted corner, thus showing Hiddink's influence and tactical 'nouse' really coming through. The players have embraced his style and he will surely be missed following his departure (after the WC).
As you may be aware, Melbourne is home to the 3rd largest Greek Community in the world. So, it was a wonderful atmosphere, almost like a 'love-in', something which rarely happens with crowds watching football.