Kisnorbo Hopes To Compete In Germany

Last updated : 09 May 2006 By Joe Harris
Patrick Kisnorbo hopes to live out his life long ambition of playing in the World Cup this summer.

The Leicester Defender hasn't featured in the Australian set-up for nearly two years since his appearance against the Solomon Islands in June 2004. But, Kisnorbo still believes he has a chance of being selected for the trip to Germany, where his national side will face tough competiton including a match against the tournament favourites, Brazil.

When talking to Australian newspaper, the Herald Sun about his chances of a World Cup call up, Kisnorbo said:

'I want to go to Germany, I want to be in the squad... I want to play... I don't know if I am in Hiddinks (Australian Coach) plans or not. All I've done is have a good season. I can't do anymore.'

Kisnorbo believes that he may be paying the price for turning down a chance of featuring in the International team earlier in the season. Kisnorbo was offered a place in the Australian line-up to face Bahrain but was forced to decline the offer due to his commitments at Leicester.

Kisnorbo will find out on Monday if he has a place on the Aussie's plane heading to Germany this summer.