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Written by Neil Harrison

3:08pm Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

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Garang Kuol made his World Cup debut in Australia’s 4-1 defeat against France last night. The 18-year-old came on for lone Aussie goalscorer Craig Goodwin in the 73rd minute.

The appearance was Kuol’s 2nd cap for the Socceroos. He made his debut against Chris Wood and New Zealand during the September international break. In entering the match last night, Kuol became the 9th youngest player in World Cup history.

France’s dominance after Australia took the early lead continued after Kuol’s entrance. France were pushing for more goals which meant little joy for the teenager up front with few touches.

After the match, Kuol spoke to CodeSports about his experience. The Shields Gazette has published the following from the young attacker.

“To see six-foot-four people as quick as me just shows the big difference between me and some of those players. Only hard work is going to mean making it to that level. Good to get that taste.
“It felt pretty long chasing France around! When I came on I was just excited to show what I can do. I think it’s something I need to look at with the coaches to see how I can get on the ball more.”

Next up for the Aussies is Tunisia, who battled Denmark to a scoreless draw yesterday. Hopefully, Garang will get another opportunity to shine this Saturday. While his debut was frustrating, it’ll be a valuable learning experience.

Kuol was also asked about his pending move to Newcastle United in January. He revealed that he continues to receive a lot of support from the Toon army. He even stated that he wears black and white shoes in support of his future club.

Australia forward Garang Kuol to @TheAthleticFC on joining Newcastle:
“I’ve been reading a lot of messages, a lot of support, people saying “Welcome to the Toon” and stuff. I’ll just send them a photo of these shoes!”https://t.co/E1adIoMpRR #FIFAWorldCup #Qatar2022 #AUS #NUFC pic.twitter.com/APsGcqsQWP
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) November 23, 2022

It also looks like Harry Kane’s scan on his ankle has shown no damage according to multiple reports. England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford also revealed that Kane took part in today’s session ahead of Friday’s match against the USA.

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308 comments so far

Mort
Nov 23, 2022 at 7:57 PM
Comment #121
Why isn’t Window Peeker counting seats at half time like he promised?
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CLINT FLICK
Nov 23, 2022 at 7:58 PM
Comment #122
How is that not a pen?
Ffs!
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 7:59 PM
Comment #123
BBC off sky on my official feed
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:02 PM
Comment #124
I thought it was a pen too Clint.
Seating update: stadium remains mostly full with the exception of the middle of the east stand (if I put it in SJP terms when watching on TV) which seems to maybe 60% full in the lower tier. I am assuming they are mainly the corporate/posh seats.
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Mister Tuff
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:02 PM
Comment #125
Roy Keane is a tw*t.
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coming home
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:02 PM
Comment #126
Taco
I prefer to say your a disgrace for short hand
I do actually know it’s you are or you’re a disgrace
But I prefer to explain you in as few words as possible
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coming home
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:04 PM
Comment #127
Mr Tuff
Roy maybe a twat but he’s not as bad as dik Moanster
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:04 PM
Comment #128
Wow Pug, if true BBC are just inflicting self harm now.
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jukitsu
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:04 PM
Comment #129
The best first half in this competition I have seen. Canada unlucky to be behind. Durham is close to Newcastle isn’t it? Isn’t the Canada head coach from there?
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:05 PM
Comment #130
That is Sky Computer app. I have not looked at my TV. I am still doing a bit of work.
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:06 PM
Comment #131
That would be because you don’t have a coherent argument to back up your words.
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CLINT FLICK
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:07 PM
Comment #132
Taci
Aye…pen!
There here, there… they’re every £u&@in’where…empty seats, empty seats!
😉
😀
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:07 PM
Comment #133
Ah Pug is that just the SD channel not the HD one, it was announced months ago I think.
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Mister Tuff
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:08 PM
Comment #134
At least Roy Keane knows a bit about football but Dik knows nowt.
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CLINT FLICK
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:09 PM
Comment #135
‘saved pens’
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SirRhosis
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:11 PM
Comment #136
Anyone else get any interesting ads on this site?
I’ve just had a lovely pop-up from Tatiana, aged 32. Much better than the air fryer ones.
Ad-blocker my arse, let them keep on coming
🙂
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CLINT FLICK
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:12 PM
Comment #137
Jukitsu
Aye, one of us!
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:12 PM
Comment #138
Oh, BBC back now. Glitch or hounded by punters?
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coming home
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:12 PM
Comment #139
Dik doesn’t even know fishing the thick cnut
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:13 PM
Comment #140
every BBC channel was gone!
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martoon
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:14 PM
Comment #141
The BBC has NEVER been on the Sky Go app because they want you to use Iplayer. It appears when you click the record tab so you can remotely set your box to record BBC programs.
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Mister Tuff
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:14 PM
Comment #142
I think calling him thick is a bit excessive.
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:15 PM
Comment #143
Taco, it was every single BBC channel, They are back now.
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:15 PM
Comment #144
Well, they are back now!
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Scythe
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:15 PM
Comment #145
TTT
Genuinely can’t log in using my phone (like I usually do). Will try the laptop instead. Cheers for letting me know.
By the way, am I top of the league? If I am I didn’t know that. It’s a first for me and definitely won’t last long 🙂
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:17 PM
Comment #146
Do you ever post anything purely football related coming home? (Ie no insults) just wondering…I dont recall any.
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SirRhosis
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:17 PM
Comment #147
And now I’ve got Olena from Ukraine, sporting boxing gloves. Wonder if she requires lodgings?
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:18 PM
Comment #148
Wrong Martoon, They have reappeared. Maybe a software update.
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:19 PM
Comment #149
You are indeed top Scythe.
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:19 PM
Comment #150
Doing it through prime time TV is a bit extreme.
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Flurzinho
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:19 PM
Comment #151
Belgium are finished as a top international team.
The centre backs are way past it.
Canada have been far superior in every area except up front.
Alphonso Davies is an absolute beast.
Sign him up Amanda!
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Mort
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:23 PM
Comment #152
Middle of east stand? What about North of Africa stand is that full? We have a mena seating plan now.
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coming home
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:23 PM
Comment #153
Taco
I reckon if you read back over the last 6 months you’d probably find iv posted more on football % than you as you post bitch posts as Raj’s no 2 and just bitchy in general
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:24 PM
Comment #154
Time to drive home. Only an hour or so. Great Japan result, could not watch it and in the Lab at the time.. Not even allowed a smart watch in there. All notated, going home.
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:24 PM
Comment #155
Agree Flurzinho, Canada deserve something out of this game.
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:25 PM
Comment #156
Prove any of that Coming Home…
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CLINT FLICK
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:26 PM
Comment #157
Aye, Canada all over them like a really nasty rash!
Belguim look shellshocked!
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Sir Pugalot, the Dutch Bulldog
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:26 PM
Comment #158
Martoon, go to Sky App, you will find 101, 102,115, 116 etc etc all BBC
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coming home
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:27 PM
Comment #159
Taco
I’m happy for you to do your home work and prove me wrong
But I think most know mostly you post bitch stuff
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The Taco Taker
Nov 23, 2022 at 8:27 PM
Comment #160
I try to keep the description simple for you Mort. It was a easy way of putting it that almost anyone could understand.
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