South fans travelled in great numbers to the home ground of Preston Lions for the Australia Cup Quarter Final. What they were to witness was an unforgettable end-to-end game.

It was Preston Lions who would strike the first blow just after half time. At the 49^th minute, Cuba gave Preston the lead, leaving the home fans to celebrate in the stand and controversially over the PA system.

However, the over-the-top celebrations did little to slow South Melbourne’s relentless attacking pressure. Eventually South found their breakthrough when Painter-Andrews scored the equaliser at the 59^th minute, silencing the home crowd.

Just as the game appeared destined for extra time, Cocks stepped up to the moment and scored at the 86^th minute from outside the box. The goal tamed the Lions and secured the win in front of the jubilant masses of travelling South fans.