Emerging victorious in their game against Macedonia with 4:0, and in their game against Wales with 2:0, the English team also won against Australia in their friendly match. The new England team led by Tony Twain had competed in three of the international Grade A competitions and had yet to lose any. With only three matches, Twain was able to prove himself worthy of the title "Godfather of Champions" that had been given to him. Apart from that, he received renewed recognition from his fellow Englishmen with his belief in always pursuing victory under any circumstances. Indeed, he was not simply a paper tiger but truly capable of this role.
However, not everyone agreed.
