Garang Kuol might have only been known among devotees of the A-League Men prior to Wednesday night but his stirring cameo against Barcelona is likely to ensure his name is being discussed in much wider circles in the future.
Kuol earned lavish praise from Barca boss Xavi after coming off the bench for the A-Leagues All Stars in their spirited 3-2 loss against the Catalan giants.
After lighting up Accor Stadium in front of 70,000 fans in an All Stars side coached by Dwight Yorke, 17-year-old Kuol returns to the normality of school on Monday morning.