Football Federation Australia CEO David Gallop has today lauded Harry Kewell as one of the greatest Australian footballers of all time.
Football Federation Australia (FFA) CEO David Gallop has today lauded Harry Kewell as one of the greatest Australian footballers of all time.
Kewell today announced that he will retire from professional football at the conclusion of the current Hyundai A-League season. Kewell played 58 A internationals and scored 17 goals for the Socceroos.
"Harry was a genuine superstar for the Socceroos and his clubs in Europe and Australia, “said Gallop. “Harry made football cool for generations of Aussie kids.
“His goal against Croatia in 2006 delivered our best ever World Cup finish and his return to the A-League in 2011 was the spark that set off the huge increases in crowds and TV ratings.
"On behalf of the football community, I congratulate Harry on a marvellous career and wish him well with the next part of his journey. We'll find the best way to allow the public to pay tribute, including when we say farewell to the Socceroos at ANZ Stadium on 26 May."