The former Newcastle Jets shot stopper has been in Sweden since leaving the A-League side.

He has made two appearances for the Socceroos and was the third choice goalkeeper at the 2006 World Cup in Germany, behind Mark Schwarzer and Zeljko Kalac.

This start to the season could not have been better as he contends for a spot in South Africa.

Meanwhile, Dario Vidosic was an unused substitute for MSV Duisburg as they went down 1-0 at home to 1860 Munchen.

An 84th minute goal from Serbian striker Djordje Rakic undoing the home side, leaving them sixth on the German 2.Bundesliga table and seven points off a promotion playoff.

In Portugal's Liga Sagres, young Aussie Jason Davidson was a 76th minute substitute as Pacos Ferreira defeated Maritimo 1-0.