Tommy Oar LIVE chat recap

Qantas Socceroos young gun Tommy Oar joined fans on Twitter for a LIVE chat ahead of the World Cup qualifier against Japan.

Qantas Socceroos young gun Tommy Oar joined fans on Twitter for a LIVE chat ahead of the World Cup qualifier against Japan.

Oar answered the questions of fans about the Socceroos and himself and a full recap is below.

Question from fan @StuartGawthorne: How important is it having @AdamSarota & @MichaelZullo5 at the same club?

Tommy Oar: Very important. A big adv. to have 2 of your closest friends together. We played together at the Roar.

Question: Which current Socceroos players have been the most influential on your career?

Tommy Oar: Mark Schwarzer & @Tim_Cahill because of their professionalism and advice for young players.

Question from fan @TubbsSnow: Who was your idol growing up?

Tommy Oar: My idols growing up were @Hkewell10 and Thierry Henry

Question from fan @ajmaclean71: Does TO consider himself more a central playmaker now rather than winger?

Tommy Oar: Traditionally I play wing but this season more in the center. My preference is probably left wing.

Question: OK question to both Tommy and you. Ready for the big game, what are your pre-match rituals?

Tommy Oar: Eating well. Sleep during the day if the game is at night. Nothing superstitious.

Question from fan @HUNSLETWHITE: Best experience in football in Holland So far?

Tommy Oar: Best experience so far is beating @celticfc 4-0 in the Europa League

Question from fan @Vossy7: What's it like knowing you'll be in Europa?

Tommy Oar: Having played in that competition before it is always nice to play big clubs from other countries.

Question: Last question for Tommy. A trip down memory lane. What is your favourite Socceroos memory?

Tommy Oar: Qualifying for the 2006 World Cup. The John Aloisi penalty. I was watching with family on the Gold Coast