Holger Osieck
In July 2013, Australia travelled to South Korea to compete in the 2013 East Asian Cup, which the team qualified for in December 2012. Coach Holger Osieck was praised for his team selection, which included mainly uncapped, inexperienced players; this was done to give experience and development to future international players. In their first match Australia drew against hosts South Korea (0–0), later losing to Japan (3–2) and China (3–4), Australia finished the tournament fourth, in last place.