Finishes 0-0 in Japan. So Saudi (3rd) go to 10 pts, same as the Socceroos (2nd) for the moment.
But with 20 mins left, Aus still lead China 2-0. Result stands they would finish the window 3 pts in front, and in the box seat for the 2nd pool qualification spot in this phase.
In June first up the Socceroos play Japan (H), whilst Saudi have Bahrain (A).
Then in the last Round Australia travel to Riyadh in potentially a huge game. It's unlikely they will need to win 5-0 there to to make a WC!
Edit - 34 yr old Mitch Duke & 32 yrs young Cáceres come on.
Edit 2 - finishes 2-0 win for Aus
But with 20 mins left, Aus still lead China 2-0. Result stands they would finish the window 3 pts in front, and in the box seat for the 2nd pool qualification spot in this phase.
In June first up the Socceroos play Japan (H), whilst Saudi have Bahrain (A).
Then in the last Round Australia travel to Riyadh in potentially a huge game. It's unlikely they will need to win 5-0 there to to make a WC!
Edit - 34 yr old Mitch Duke & 32 yrs young Cáceres come on.
Edit 2 - finishes 2-0 win for Aus