The Socceroos defeated Costa Rica 1-0. Here are my player ratings and prediction for our next starting lineup based on last night's performance.
Matthew RYAN: 7.0 - wasn't really tested all night but looked comfortable when needed, especially when playing the ball with his feet.
Ivan FRANJIC: 7.5 - hardly put a foot wrong and played the role perfectly, one of the best players on the night. Voted man of the match by the viewers.
Lucas NEILL: 6.5 - solid game but had a few poor passes in dangerous positions, too slow.
Rhys WILLIAMS: 7.0 - great tackler and reader of the game, made a great case to start regularly in the centre of the defence.
Jason DAVIDSON: 6.0 - very erratic performance, lots of energy and work rate but poor decisions and positioning.
Mile JEDINAK: 8.0 - very impressive, has finally transfered his Crystal Palace form to the national side. Was everywhere, amazing work rate and plenty of tackles. Everything you want in a defensive midfielder. My man of the match.
Mark MILLIGAN: 7.5 - the perfect partner in crime for JEDINAK. Was great on the ball, good going forward and great defensively.
Mark BRESCIANO: 5.5 - he just didn't look up for it last night. Extremely sluggish and always a yard or two too slow. Hindered the side and slowed down the play.
Robbie KRUSE: 7.5 - the most consistent player of recent times for the Socceroos. Always looks threatening and uses his pace really well.
Matthew LECKIE: 7.0 - one of the most impressive players on the pitch. Full of energy and always looked dangerous. Unlucky not to score from KRUSE's cross.
Dario VIDOSIC: 6.0 - played his role relatively well but went missing during large parts of the match. Didn't make an impact and looked a bit lost.
Ryan MCGOWAN: 6.5 - very solid defender, hardly did a thing wrong and looks to have secured his spot in the squad. We'll have to wait and see if he starts or not in the future.
Tim CAHILL: 6.5 - looked a bit lost and slow on the pitch. He plays with great passion and determination and somehow always manages to come up with a goal.
Tommy OAR: 7.0 - looked dangerous and composed. His skill and pace makes him a great player to have on the wings. Hopefully he will get more game time next match.
Tomas ROGIC: 8.5 - amazing performance, the team completely changed once he came on. The most creative and exciting player we have, he must start!
Josh KENNEDY: 5.0 - not much time on the pitch but didn't provide anything good. He's an useful player to have on the bench and should only be used for plan B.
Matt MCKAY: 5.5 - not much time on the pitch and didn't shine at all but is always fairly consistent and should be kept on the bench as an alternative.
Based on these ratings, here is what I think should be the starting lineup for the Socceroos' next match: 4-2-3-1 - RYAN, FRANJIC, MCGOWAN, WILLIAMS, DAVIDSON, JEDINAK, MILLIGAN, OAR, ROGIC, KRUSE, LECKIE
