AFC U20 Asian Cup
Badolato was instrumental throughout the campaign, which saw Australia lifting the title for the first time after defeating Saudi Arabia 5-4 in the final on penalties, following a 1-1 score after extra time on Saturday.
Badolato sparked Australia’s come from behind 3-1 victory against Qatar in the group stage after the midfielder scored the equaliser just before the break as well as contributing an assist.
The Melbourne Victory midfielder then played a key role in the quarter-final, assisting Panagiotis Kikianis with the equaliser before scoring the winner in Australia’s come from behind 3-2 victory against Iraq.
Against Japan, Badolato set up Jaylan Pearman for Australia’s second goal to seal their place in the final and netted his team's second spot-kick in Saturday's shootout.
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