Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Kuala Lumpur: In keeping with Asia’s FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, the second leg of the Continental Play-off between Australia and Syria was full of drama as the Socceroos finally ended the Qasioun Eagles’ Road to Russia following a 3-2 aggregate victory after extra-time.
The 2-1 win on the night means Australia can now look ahead to an Inter-Continental showdown with Honduras next month, while we look back at the key stats and facts from the final fixture in the continent's qualifiers.
Fifty not out
At 37, Tim Cahill is no longer guaranteed a place in Australia’s starting line-up, yet his value to the squad remains undisputable.
Recalled to the first 11 after being an unused substitute in Melaka, Cahill’s two goals – his 49th and 50th for the Socceroos – were headed home in typical fashion to ensure the attacking midfielder’s bid for a fourth successive FIFA World Cup remains on course.
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