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The celebrations are still ongoing. . .

Last Sunday, Sydney FC won the inaugural A-League grand final. Congratulations to Sydney FC and to the runner-up, the Central Coast Mariners, what a fantastic performance!

Flashback

Last August, Malc & I took the plunge and purchased a Sydney FC platinum membership each. We watched almost all of the home games, braving the rain, cold, blowflies and the occasional disappointing performance by the team. We learned the players' names, did countless Mexican waves, welcomed guest player Kazu and joined in with the cheer squad. And we were there when Sydney FC booked its place in the grand final, defeating Adelaide United.

Match day

We had front row seats, just behind the home team bench. We were so near the action we could hear coach Pierre Littbarski shouting instructions during the match. The first half was nerve-wracking as the visitors continuously attacked the Sydney FC goal. Seriously, they should have had at least a goal during the first half.

After half-time, captain Dwight Yorke stepped up a gear and the precious goal came, relief and jubilation for all the home-team supporters! Both teams tried for more goals, but when the referee called time, the score stood at 1-0! And the stadium erupted, Sydney FC are the champions.

PS Sorry this post is a bit off-topic, but for what we spent on tickets, we could have dined twice at Tetsuya's (529 Kent Street, Sydney ph 02 9267 2900).