The Socceroos need to qualify automatically by finishing in the top 2 if they want to qualify for the World Cup. The current team wouldn't win a two-legged play-off against a South American side.
Holger's formation for a home qualifer was terribly negative with two holding defensive mids. As a result the Socceroos transition from defence to attack was way too slow, wide and 'safe'. It wasn't until late in the game when Oman tired and their two rows of 4 (back 4 + mids) started to break down and open up that the Socceroos were able to break the lines and finally look dangerous near goal. By then though it was too late thanks to a first half that was simply embarrassing and schoolboyish. The worst part was the Oman players looked to have better technical skills when on he ball compared to the Aussies.
