Everton's tour of Australia will be good for both club and country according to Tim Cahill.
The Toffees and Socceroos star is excited about his club coming to his homeland for a three-match series in July and believes it is a great opportunity for the Everton players and coaches to see a great country as well as the Australian fans getting a chance to lay eyes on their Everton heroes.
"I think it is fantastic that Everton are going to Australia," Cahill told evertonfc.com. "It is fantastic for Australian football as well as Everton Football Club.
"Over in Australia there's a massive following because there's a lot of Everton supporters out there. This is also a great chance to visit the country and a great opportunity for Everton.
"I think the Australian fans will be excited about Everton's visit. When I go back home and do signing sessions I meet Everton fans who come from all four corners of Australia.
"They are proud to support Everton," he continued. "For a Premier League team to grace the shores of Australia is absolutely massive."