This was the game that we had been waiting for 10 days to acclimatise, national television coverage and a large crowd. A quiet day lead to the team arriving early to work the local crowd. Once again the Australian Team had no problems winning over the locals.
The pre game entertainment was a crowd pleaser.
Tung again a favourite with the locals. Tung was in demand and a great ambassador for S.A. Pol.
A great game was played in excessive heat. The local team getting ahead early through their pace taking and early 2-0 lead - although some great keeping by the local keeper was what kept us at bay.
A goal by Dale Ohlmus and we were charging. Again several great saves by both keepers kept the crowd on the edge of their seats. The locals took a 3-1 lead before an overdue penalty to the Aussies was converted by Michael Putson 3-2.
Captain courageous for the day led from the front and the team battled to the end. The final score being 4-2 with the heat taking its toll. The best game of the tournament with the locals agreeing they were lucky with the ball not bouncing for the Aussies.
The Australian keeper - Rick Janssen - won the best goal keeper of the tournament (he was the busiest).
An outstanding effort by Rick who has been a tower of strength for the VPSC for over 25 years.
Congratulations Rick - well deserved.
The Australian Team winning the hearts of the crowd and respect of the other teams.
In total the team won $2,000 in prize money with the team and Rick agreeing to donate the money towards sponsoring the Vietnamese Football Team to come and tour Australian.
