Australia's Socceroos held onto a second automatic qualifying place for the 2026 World Cup after a tense 2-2 draw in Bahrain, displaying resilience late in the match.
Kusini Yengi opened the scoring within 38 seconds, giving Australia an early advantage, but two goals from Bahrain in quick succession left them reeling late in the game.
Despite some missed opportunities, including Yengi's near misses, Australia pushed back and equalized in the dying moments, showcasing their determination and fighting spirit.
The dramatic finale saw Australia recover from a 2-1 deficit, with Yengi's late equalizer in the 95th minute underlining their need to secure every point in qualifying.
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