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    Maria & Brett's HUGE Trip 06-07-08-09-? ok, so the Socceroos lost in 'that' penalty against Italy; Adriatic summers aren't long enough (bliss!); and we found that you should never use the term "Eastern Bloc" when talking to a Czech (Central Europe, please).

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    Past Schwarzer and through the net! Right direction and trajectory, but just not enough to stop Totti from sucking his thumb. We were so worried before this shot because the sun was directly in Schwarzer's eyes. He did well - Bravo! Views[378] Moments before Totti's last-second penalty sealed Italy's 1-0 victory over Australia. Did this win Italy the Cup? Views[810] View of the stadium at Kaiserslautern. This stadium is perched atop the summit of a hill, with entrances beginning some several hundred metres at the bottom of the hill on all sides. Views[1433] Aussie fans at half-time. Go the greeen and gold! Views[485] Lucas Neill defends a charge by Italy (when they're not rolling around on the pitch in an Oscar-worthy performance). We give Neill Man of the Match! Views[518]
     
    The Socceroos come out onto the pitch, to the raucous cheers of the Aussie fans and, possibly, 95% of the stadium - and millions more at home in Aus! Views[459] Viduka takes a moment before kick-off to appreciate the crowd, which is already at fever-pitch in their cheering and on their feet. Actually, I don't think anyone sat down for any second of the game. Views[424] Leaving small village of Wilferdingen-Singen in the morning on the way to Kaiserslautern. Spreading the Aussie cheer, but all we got were fixed stares of bewilderment from the locals! Views[542] German locals showing their support for Australia. This sight was more the norm than the exception. We felt that the whole town of Kaiserslautern was behind the Socceroos, and many friendships and much respect between the two nations were formed on that day by Aussies and locals alike. Views[445] On the way from the town up the hill towards the stadium. An exciting and festive pilgrimage. Actually, I don't remember walking there; more swept along by the atmosphere and good wishes by the locals. Views[408]
     
    Helen, Maria, Bernie and Brett with faces painted on the train on the way to Kaiserslautern. Funny how the World Cup gives people licence to look like total freaks. You may have seen the two freaks in the middle on Ch 9 news! Views[466] Waving the Green & Gold and Aussie flag down at the sideline after full-time. Views[617] Fans at the stadium. Spot the Croatian fan! Views[551] Fans erupt after goal is scored! Views[524] Ball high above the stadium. Funny how millions of fans gather to watch as players try to slot it into a net at either side of a pitch of grass. Views[507]
     
    Pre-game, waiting for kick-off. No-one was sitting down (I don't think we sat down once!!!). Views[396] Socceroos celebrate - they're through to the Round of 16 against Italy! Views[353] More euphoria - some players have swapped jerseys with Croatian counterparts. Note Viduka congratulating Aloisi, in turn contratulating Kalac (the goalkeeper). Note Lucas Neill in the background who went nuts. Views[3056] Harry Kewell changing direction. Cut through the defence, Harry! Views[414] Crotia scores first goal within minutes of kick-off. Come on Aussies! Views[406]
     
    Croatian fans at the other end of the stadium pre-match. Their cheering in unison, as one voice was ear-splitting. Views[459]     
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