Kennedy will miss this weekend's crucial Asian Cup qualifier agaist Oman with a back injury, robbing the Australians of their now regular target man.

But the loss of Kennedy has opened the door for the recall of the speedy Brosque, ahead of other contenders such as the unlucky Archie Thompson.

This will be Brosque's first selection in a Socceroos squad since 2006 and his first under Verbeek.

Brosque made his senior international debut for the Socceroos against Fiji at the 2004 OFC Nations Cup in Adelaide. His most recent Socceroo appearance was in the AFC Asian Cup 2007 qualification match against Kuwait at Sydney Football Stadium.

"I'm rapt," said Brosque. "It was totally unexpected but I can't wait to get over to Oman and join the rest of the team.

"It is something I haven't been thinking about but I guess it was always in the back of my mind. I've just been trying to concentrate on playing well and consistently with Sydney FC.

"I'm looking forward to training with the team for a week in Oman and I'll be looking to learn from the experience. If I get a chance to get on the pitch I'll be giving it my best shot."

Shane Lowry has also been included in the squad.