Michael Thwaite

	PLAYER PROFILE
	After stints with Norway’s SK Brann, Wisla Krakow in Poland and FC National in Romania, Michael spent his first year back in Australia on loan at Melbourne Victory from Brann. His form for Ernie Merrick’s side prompted Miron Bleiberg to open negotiations with Brann with a view to a permanent transfer and the lure of the Gold Coast and his home state proved strong for the Qantas Socceroo. Capped at every senior level by the Socceroos, he was part of the squad that famously defeated Uruguay to qualify for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. A quality performer, Michael will look to continue his international career in the Gold Coast United colours.
Date of Birth	2 May 1983
Place of Birth	Brisbane, QLD
Nationality	Australian
Height	190cm
Weight	85kg
Position	Defender
Previous Clubs	2002 Sydney University (NSW) 2002-2004 Marconi Stallions (Australia) 2004-2006 FC National Bucharest (Romania) 2006-2008 Wisla Krakow (Poland) 2008 SK Brann (Norway) 2008-2009Melbourne Victory (loan)
Hyundai A-League
Debut Appearance:	v Sydney FC (D0-0), Sydney Football Stadium, 16 August 2008
Representative
Honours Achieved:	Qantas Socceroos, Qantas Under 23s, Qantas Young Socceroos
Major Honours
Achieved:	2003 FIFA World Youth Championship, UAE 2007 AFC Asian Cup

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