Youngster Marco Tilio is among the fringe Socceroos chasing a World Cup spot but coach Patrick Kisnorbo says his status won't guarantee him playing minutes.
Western United face a defensive reshuffle after reliable defender Tomoki Imai suffered an AC joint injury in their A-League Men opener against Melbourne City.
Valon Berisha produced a debut performance to remember both on and off the pitch in City's 2-1 win over Western United in Friday night's season opener at AAMI Park.
Former Manchester United and Portugal star Nani has been given the green light to start in Melbourne Victory's A-League Men season opener against Sydney FC.