Newcastle United transfer target Garang Kuol has been told he has taken the 'first step' after making his international debut for Australia. The wonderkid delivered an exciting cameo from the bench on his senior bow for his country, playing his part in the second goal in the Socceroo's friendly win over New Zealand on Sunday.
Kuol has enjoyed an impressive rise with A-League side Central Coast Mariners over the last year, and was rewarded for this form with an international call-up. The promising attacker was an unused substitute in Thursday's victory over New Zealand, but came on for the final 20 minutes of the reverse fixture at Eden Park.
It was a driving run from the 18-year-old from deep within his own half which ultimately led to Australia earning a penalty. Jason Cummings converted the spot-kick to seal a 2-0 win as Graham Arnold's side finalised their preparations for the winter World Cup.
