Rukavytsya, who moved from Perth Glory to Twente in January, was included in a 20-man squad which flew from the Netherlands to Marseille for the Round of 32 clash.

The 21-year-old Australian forward could be in line for a run having been part of the Twente matchday squad for the club's 2-1 victory over FC Volendam in the Eredivisie last Saturday after scoring for the reserves in a 3-0 win over FC Groningen.

The former Perth Glory striker recently spoke to FC Twente TV and said: "I'm just going to do my best, train hard and hopefully I get a chance."

As a result of a bright performance in his first outing with Twente's Jong side just over a week ago, Rukavytsya has done enough to force his way into the first-team frame.

And now the Beijing Olyroo could be on the verge of a senior debut in southern France.

Rukavytsya, who is only just settling into life in the Netherlands, also told FC Twente TV; "I always dreamed of playing in Europe and Twente gave me an opportunity. And I came here and it looks like I did well so I'm very happy to be here.

"The club is great. It's obviously one of the best in Holland and I'm very proud to be here."

The 21-year-old was also asked about his aims and goals in the Netherlands; "I expect, first of all, to improve as a player. Hopefully become the best I can be."