There has been plenty of excitement surrounding Garang Kuol ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign in Qatar, but as far as the 18-year-old is concerned, he is paying no attention to outside talk.
Kuol is on the cusp of Socceroos history, with the Newcastle United wonderkid set to become the youngest player to ever represent Australia at a World Cup should coach Graham Arnold give him minutes this tournament.
Australia have an uphill task ahead of them if they are to reach the knockout rounds, with France, Denmark and Tunisia vying for the two qualifying spots in their group.