McGowan makes Hearts breakthrough against Barcelona
tribalfooball.com - July 28, 2007
Aussie defender Ryan McGowan saw the final ten minutes of action for Hearts in yesterday's friendly defeat to Barcelona. McGowan, an Adelaide native, was rewarded for outstanding preseason form with a second-half cameo for the Jambos in front of almost 58,000 fans.
"It was just fantastic to be involved," the youngster told tribalfootball.com. "The coaching staff here have been pleased with the way I've been going and to get a chance tonight was incredible.
"It's a fantastic buzz to make a senior debut at home for Hearts ... and against Barcelona!"