This one has a different feel about it.

The crowds have been small for the Australian games so far. Walking around the stadium there have been plenty of Aussies but that's about it.

Today feels different. The drums are already here three hours or so before kick-off.

There is a buzz about the ground.The Thai people have been delighted by their team and incredibl noisy in their continual ear-splitting support. Expect more of the same today.Possibly an even bigger crowd as this is the first game played in the evening Thai time.

Most games have been played at 5.20...when most Thai's are at work, plus it takes a good hour or more in heavy traffic to get to the ground.

A good crowd is expected. Surely the Aussies will lift.

They were much fitter in the last game. With Kewell expected to start on the bench and provide class late on. Australia should finish strongly.

Five wins out fifteen is hardly Asian Favourites material.

But the team need desperately to win this one, to save face.

At least a knock-out place and suddenly things aren't so grim.

Of course Australia can do it. But it will all, I believe, hinge on our defensive performance.

If we concede a goal, Arnie tends to throw forwards on. This defence isn't good enough to go man on man at the back. Although Thailand may struggle if Australia score first.

It will very interesting to see Arnold's chosen team and how Australia approach the game.