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‘S***, we’re on the f****** tv’: The hilarious moment a shocked Socceroos fan realizes he’s on TV during Australia’s World Cup defeat to France
One of the few Socceroos fans to make the 12,400-mile journey to Qatar for the World Cup reacted hilariously when he realized he was on TV during Australia’s defeat to France.
A few Socceroos fans made their voices heard at the Al Janoub Stadium in Al-Wakrah on Wednesday morning (Tuesday evening local time) as Graham Arnold’s side lost 4-1 to the reigning champions.
As is usual with World Cup coverage, the host broadcaster tends to pan to the crowd during the match, showing a sea of colors as fans from around the world cheer for their teams.
A Socceroos fan reacted hilariously after being spotted on TV at the World Cup
The unknown man looked extremely concerned when he realized he was on television
But one Socceroos supporter looked a little concerned when he realized he was being shown on television, as eagle-eyed viewers remarked to him with the words: ‘S*** we’re on f****** television’.
It is not yet known why the fan was so concerned about being spotted on live television.
Around 7,000 fans have traveled to the Middle East for the tournament, with Australia qualifying thanks to a penalty shootout victory over Peru earlier this year.
Craig Goodwin gave the Aussies something to cheer about, but they went on to lose 4-1
And for 27 minutes, Socceroo supporters dreamed of the impossible after Adelaide star Craig Goodwin gave the underdogs a shocking lead over the reigning world champions in Al-Wakrah.
Goodwin provided a lavish finish to complete a stunning team move that left the French shocked, but despite a struggle from their defense the Socceroos couldn’t hold on and fell to a 4-1 loss.
Australia will be back in action on Saturday when they take on Tunisia in Group D, knowing that a win will give them a chance to progress to the knockout stages.