Erik Endel Paartalu is an Australian professional footballer of Estonian descent who plays as a defensive midfielder. He has played professionally in Scotland, Australia, China, Qatar, South Korea, Thailand and India.
Paartalu with Greenock Morton in 2009
Paartalu in 2009
Paartalu (left) celebrating Brisbane Roar's 2012 A-League Grand Final win with Besart Berisha.
2012 A-League Grand Final
The 2012 A-League Grand Final was the seventh A-League Grand Final, which took place on 22 April 2012 at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane for the second year running. Brisbane Roar played in their second Grand Final in two years, and were aiming to become the first A-League team to win back-to-back Championships. Perth Glory played in their first Grand Final since the 2004 NSL Grand Final, and their first A-League Grand Final. Additionally, it was the second Grand Final since 2006 that did not include the Premiers.
Brisbane Roar fans during the trophy ceremony
Perth Glory supporters prior to the Grand Final