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Luke Brattan has been rewarded for his dazzling start to the A-League season with a return to Socceroos reckoning.On Tuesday, he was putting Melbourne Victory to the sword with his second man-of-the-match derby performance in as many weeks.On Wednesday, the Melbourne City midfielder was named in an extended 30-man squad for next months World Cup qualifier against Thailand by Ange Postecoglou.Brattan has never wanted for talent.The 26-year-old grew to become a key member of Brisbane Roars midfield during their championship-winning era.At City, hes picked up where he left off, and is a key reason while John van t Schips side will play off in the FFA Cup final next month, and is being spoken about as A-League championship contenders.But his return to the national team squad for the first time in 12 months speaks to another of his qualities; tenacity.The England-born and Queensland-raised midfielder signed for Manchester City last year but didnt make a first team start for the Premier League giants, nor loan club Bolton Wanderers in a taxing season.Some saw it as a wasted year, but Brattan said if he had the chance to do it all over again, he would.I think Ive matured living away from my family, doing it tough over there, he said.I was frustrated at not playing but Ive learned a lot about myself on and off the field.I wasnt thinking about (the Socceroos) at all, I was more worried about just playing football.At City, hes been handed a role as a modified eight in van t Schips unorthodox attacking-oriented formation.Two goals to date for the long-time defensive midfielder shows Brattan would offer a lot for Postecoglou, should he make the cut.I played six for most of my career. 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Spencer Abbott also scored in the shootout for the Marlies (25-13-4).TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Thanks to a college football players small gesture of kindness, it could be a long time before a mother will have to worry again about her autistic son eating lunch alone.Tears streamed down the face of Leah Paske when she saw the photo of Florida State University wide receiver Travis Rudolph sharing a cafeteria table with her sixth-grader. Then she shared her gratitude on Facebook, and the story took off.By Wednesday, Bo Paske had no shortage of lunch companions.Everyone was super welcoming him. He was at a table full of girls, which I thought was funny, Leah Paske said. The feedback has been good.Rudolph was among several FSU players visiting Montford Middle School in Tallahassee on Tuesday when he saw Bo sitting alone in the cafeteria. He grabbed a slice of pizza and asked if he could join him.The child said, Sure, why not, Rudolph recalled after practice that day.We just had a great conversation. He started off, telling me his name was Bo, telling me how much he loves Florida State. We went from there, said the West Palm Beach, Florida, native, now beginning his junior season.It was real easy ... youd never think anything was wrong with him. He had a nice smile on his face. Just a really warm person.Bos mother had shared her anxieties in the Facebook post. Middle school can be tough. Would other kids be welcoming, or mean?Sometimes Im grateful for his autism. That may sound like a terrible thing to say, but in some ways I think, I hope, it shields him, she wrote.He doesnt seem to notice when people stare at him when he flaps his hands. He doesnt seem to notice that he doesnt get invited to birthday parties anymore. And he doesnt seem to mind if he eats lunch alone. Its one of my daily questions for him. Was there a time todday you felt sad? Who did you eat lunch with today? Sometimes the answer is a classmate, but most days its nobody.ddddddddddddThe photo was taken by Mike Halligan, the middle schools resource officer and a friend of the family. Halligan said he texted it to Paske to ease her concerns about how her son was acclimating to a new school.I knew it was important for Leah to be comfortable and know that her son is doing OK and is not afraid, Halligan said.Paske said their encounter has given autism awareness a huge boost.The picture speaks way more than a thousand words. You can see how far away the rest of the students are, but you can see how engaged Travis is with Bo. Hes looking at him while hes eating, she said. Its so telling. I cant get over how such a small moment can have a huge impact.FSU coach Jimbo Fisher said hes proud of his player.You can make someones day by being yourself and understanding the impact you have as an athlete, he said.Rudolph said his phone hasnt stopped ringing.I just wanted to go say hi to the kid, because I saw him eating alone. I didnt even know anybody took a photo of it, Rudolph explained in an email. Im glad it can bring awareness to helping others.Bo, too, is excited -- about Rudolph signing his lunch box, as well as all the attention.Its been awesome. Everyone was so proud of me, he said.Paske said they have been invited to dinner with the team and possibly a game. Florida State football spokesman Zach Stipe said logistics are being worked out.Florida State is ranked fourth in The Associated Press Preseason Top 25, and opens the season on Monday against 11th-ranked Mississippi in Orlando. ' ' '