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No sleep until 5am: Socceroos’ focus turns to recovery after tiring World Cup travel
Goalscorer Connor Metcalfe ‘pretty knackered’ after late-night flight
TL;DR
- Socceroos players slept only a few hours after flying back from their World Cup opening victory, arriving at their rooms at 5 am.
- Goalscorer Connor Metcalfe described himself as 'pretty knackered' and in need of recovery before the next game.
- The team has a young average age, with players like Cam Burgess providing experience and guidance.
- The Socceroos are preparing for their next match against tournament co-hosts the United States.
- Defender Cam Burgess, born in Scotland, reaffirmed his commitment to Australia and expressed satisfaction with his career choice.
- Aiden O'Neill was noted as 'a little bit sore' at training, while other starters did light laps.