While the Socceroos await news on what Mathew Leckie's latest hamstring twinge means for his World Cup, the veteran's presence reminds them every day of the opportunity awaiting them.
Leckie was withdrawn after an hour of Australia's 2-0 loss to the United States after pulling up, sitting down then receiving treatment.
Given the 35-year-old's lengthy history of soft tissue injuries - which he finally overcame in time to fight his way into Australia's World Cup squad - there are clearly doubts over his participation for the remainder of the tournament.