Perth Glory's Tony Popovic has been a driving force behind the club's success, leading them to their first piece of silverware in the A-League era. His approach to the game is centered around a culture of hard work and attention to detail. Popovic's own playing career was marked by a fierce determination to succeed, earning him the nickname 'the Enforcer' from his teammates. He went on to play 58 times for the Socceroos, including being part of the golden generation side that qualified for the 2006 World Cup. Popovic's coaching career has been just as successful, with him leading Western Sydney to Asian champions within two seasons and Melbourne Victory to an Australia Cup and grand final appearance. He has also been instrumental in shaping the Socceroos' culture, introducing a focus on details and a strong work ethic. Popovic's approach has been praised by his players, with Brendan Hamill saying that he 'used to look at things I didn't even think of looking at.' Popovic's own philosophy is centered around the idea that 'if you decide not to go [to clean], you will never make it in football, because you are satisfied with your level. At the moment, you are content with just being good. You don't want to be the best.' This attitude has been key to his success, both as a player and as a coach. Popovic's legacy at Perth Glory continues to grow, and his influence on the club's culture will be felt for years to come.