Qatar snatched a draw in Iran and a place in the final phase of Asian Zone qualifying at the expense of Bahrain, while Oman went through thanks to Saudi Arabia’s collapse in Australia and Korea Republic and Lebanon completed the last ten.
Asia's concluding Round Three matchday sees eight nations hunting four remaining berths with continental elite Korea Republic still not safe as outsiders such as Lebanon, Thailand and Oman seek breakthrough success.
Matthew Spiranovic has warned that Australia must take Saudi Arabia seriously when the two sides meet in Melbourne on Wednesday, even though the Socceroos have already qualified.
Eight Asian teams remain in contention for four remaining berths to Round Four of Brazil 2014 qualifying and some veteran goalscorers are aiming to rise to the occasion.
Mark Bresciano is set to make his first appearance for Australia since the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ after being named for the Brazil 2014 qualifier against Saudi Arabia in a squad that features a blend of youth and experience.
Striker Amad Al Hosni talks to FIFA.com about Oman's date with destiny later this month, his hopes for a win over Thailand and a place in the next round of Brazil 2014 qualifying.
