Favourites sweat as underdogs impress

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The opening matchday of Asia’s third qualifying round for the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ sent shockwaves across the continent, with favourites struggling and minnows impressing.


Australia, Japan seal late victories

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Australia and Japan snatched late winners over Thailand and Korea DPR respectively, while Korea Republic eased past Lebanon in their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying matches.


China survive Singapore scare

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China opened their 2014 FIFA World Cup™ qualifying campaign in Group A with a 2-1 win over Singapore, with strikes from Zheng Zhi and Yu Hai sealing a comeback victory.


Aussies leave it late to beat Thailand

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The Thais took a shock lead in Brisbane, but after Josh Kennedy equalised, Alex Brosque’s late winner sealed victory for the Socceroos.