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Thompson desperate to be involved in matches

The Socceroos attacking options have received a massive boost ahead of the double-header in the Middle East against Iraq and Qatar, with injured pair Josh Kennedy and Archie Thompson coming into camp.

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Qatar and China in 0-0 stalemate

China and Qatar have played out a 0-0 draw, which has extended Australia’s lead at the top of the Group A table to three points, with three rounds remaining of the third phase of AFC World Cup qualifying.

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Matildas reach Asian Cup semis despite Japan loss

Australia have narrowly claimed a semi final berth at the 2008 AFC Women's Asian Cup on goal difference ahead of South Korea, after a 3-1 loss to Japan tonight in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.