Marco Bresciano: Three years football without a break.

Marco Bresciano, Palermo and Socceroo star.

Did you know Marco Bresciano hasn't had a break from football for three years. Yes he missed the Confederation Cup, because he was involved in a relegation battle with Palma. Then he had the World Cup which required a step up in tempo.

And this summer (Northern) he has the heat of Bangkok to contend with.

Now I know they are professionals. And I know they get paid a ton of dosh, but if they don't perform they are quickly and brutally criticised.

And if you are running everyday for three years, with another fifty weeks ahead of you, something has to give, doesn't it.

If not the mind, then certainly the body.

So next time a Socceroo has an off day, give them a lift.

It's amazing how a positive crowd can lift a team.

And of course Marco Bresciano scored that goal. That goal against Uruguay. Without him, John Aloisi could never have taken his shirt off.