To see the meet and greet...

A large and enthusiastic crowd gathered to hear Brantz - a long-time football fan and partner of Fox Sports commentator Simon Hill - interview FC stars Tony Popovic, Brendan Santalab, Jacob Timpano and Stevie Corica.

Santalab spoke about the off-season, saying Sydney would be ready for the season opener against Melbourne Victory in around two weeks' time. Excited fans then had the chance to get close and personal with the players.

Sydney FC has been pro-active in the community over the last few months.

For instance, on Wednesday night, Clint Bolton, Iain Fyfe and coach John Kosmina visited FC Five Dock while across town John Aloisi was the star turn at Westfield Eastgardens tonight.

Sydney FC's community visits will culminate in the club's fan day on August 10 at Macquarie University Sports Field. It's looming as a big day for the club and its fans.

The day will include a celebrity football match featuring Brantz, Fox Sports Andy Harper and Mel McLaughlin and Triple M's Ugly Phil.

To see the meet and greet...