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South Korea, Australia close in on World Cup spots

South Korea edged a tense encounter against Uzbekistan and Australia finally hit form with a 4-0 win over Jordan as the regional giants took big strides towards next year's World Cup yesterday.

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South Korea’s 1-0 victory, courtesy of a first-half own goal, put them three points clear in Group A with a game to go, and will be enough to book their ticket to Brazil if Lebanon manage to shock mighty Iran later.

Kim Young-Gwon and Kim Shin-Wook
South Korea defender Kim Young-Gwon (left) celebrates with teammate Kim Shin-Wook after an Uzbek player scored an own goal. PIC/AFP

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