Hearts defender Kye Rowles says qualification to the Europa League group stages would add an added buzz to a 2022 that could culminate in a spot at the World Cup.
The centre-back is in pole position to feature in the Socceroos defence this winter at Qatar 2022 after starring roles in their play-off triumphs. He'll hope for similar joy at Tynecastle tonight as Hearts look to turn around a 2-1 first leg deficit against Swiss champions FC Zurich in their Europa League play-off second leg, looking to book a lucrative group spot.
Rowles joined from A-League club Central Coast Mariners earlier this summer and has impressed in his early stages of Gorgie life, now looking to add European group experience to a CV he's excited to bolster: "This is one of the biggest games that I have been a part of. We’re ready to go and can not wait to get started. We are just focused on our game plan.
