Korea Republic U-20s vs Australia U-20s.
6 November, 9:30 pm (EST).
Aside from the national women's teams, who've already played for rather a lot, it's the first major (or semi-major, if you don't really believe in the value of youth tournaments) meeting of Australia and another powerhouse from Asia in a match that really counts. With the winners qualifying for the semi-finals of the AFC tournament along with the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2007, and with the losers going home, there's something pretty big at stake for both nations.
Let's hope we can get some P2P coverage of this one!
3 comments:
Because so much hinges on the result, I have to agree with you James.
While the Socceroos have played four games in Asia, the withdrawal of Lebanon and two wins from the opening two games made it a relatively comfortable ride.
This is a massive game, particularly for the manager. In some ways, I'm quite pleased that Asia is offering us the competitive stuff we've craved for a long time.
But it would be a set-back to the development of these kids if they missed out on a world cup adventure, but something has to give.
The loss of Burns is a big concern, but it's time for some others to step up. Reputations mean nothing if you don't produce when it counts.
If only we could watch it on the box.
I think Foxel should be lobbied to show these games. After all Chinese commentators couldn't be worse than the ones used by NZ Sky TV.
Well I've just watched the South Korea game and a can only describe the display as pathetic. The score should have been about 6-1.
I'd never seen Patafta play, and now I wish I hadn't. I understood he was meant to be the next big thing, but all I saw was a slight player, decent on the ball, but without any pace or power.
Bruce Djiite was very disappointing, with little ball control, made worse by non-existent distribution from the midfield.
David Williams looked fine, but without support or service was ineffectual.
Vidosic and Bozanic looked good when they came on, but the poor backline were outclassed by quick, skillful opponents.
Overall a very disappointing game, the majority of which was spent camped in our half, until such time as the Koreans decided to ease back after taking the lead.
Whatever may be said about Ange, I think his job is not made easier by individuals outclassed. It was amazing to see the difference in pace and skill between the two sets of individuals.
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