OS Aussies

Young Fulham striker, Corey Gameiro, is the latest Aussie to have his contract extended when Fulham FC took up the option to exercise a third year. The club have been impressed with Corey since he joined them so had no qualms about keeping on the promising forward.

” I’m very excited to have signed a new contract at the Cottagers and I’m looking forward to next season. They were happy to extend it a year.”

Corey went on to explain simply what he thought got him the extension.

“Hard work ”

Corey believes he is likely to go out on-loan for part of next season to gain some first team experience which is the key to making the next step up.

“If I prove I can mix it with the men then maybe the first team with Fulham.”

The new contract and a possible call up to the U20 national team could see Corey have a very good 2012.

Key Vocabulary and Phrases

to have extended – to have something made longer. Used for time or a thing.

to have no qualms – to not be worried or concerned about something. A qualm is a worry

promising- an adjective that describes something or someone who can be better or improve

likely- used to describe something that has a high chance of happening

to mix it with- to be able to compete alongside someone as an equal

on-loan- to be given to another team or person for a temporary time

to call up- to be asked to join

Comprehension Questions

1. Will Corey be playing at Fulham next season?
2. How many seasons has Corey been at Fulham?
3. Is it possible Corey will play some of next season at a different club than Fulham?
4. Why would Corey go to another club next season?
5. What did Corey say “Hard work” helped him to get?
6. Were Fulham worried about keeping Corey for another year?
7. Can Corey still get better as a footballer?
8. Which U20 national team does Corey play for?