11.   The Saudis dominated play from the first whistle and could have scored more goals if not for the heavy rain that fell.

12.   They provide just enough room for local protesters, NGOs, honest officials or campaigning journalists to blow the first whistle.

13.   Underdogs Sparta went on the offensive from the first whistle but failed to come close to scoring in the early stages.

14.   De Glanville, though, has shown his determination to lead from the front by calling for the new quintet of players to be composed from the first whistle.

15.   The reigning champions turned in a full-blooded performance from the first whistle and took the lead on ten minutes.

16.   The Socceroos took control from the first whistle but they were let down by some sloppy lapses.