The expected loss were reported by the CSA during its AGM in Cape Town on Saturday, but maintained that?the authority’s finances were still strong. The Socceroos take on Thailand in Melbourne knowing victory may not be enough to ensure an automatic place should Saudi Arabia defeat the Samurai Blue in Jeddah. All-time top scorer Ian Rush was also encouraged to see Woodburn, who has made only a handful of appearances for Liverpool’s first team, make an instant impact. r better in Jeddah to grab the second direct berth to next year’s tournament in Russia. “Of course, you are under stress when you see that you have opportunities almost in every game, and you are not able to convert them,” said Nadal. ince undergoing knee surgery in March, and celebrated a 2-0 win over Australia that sealed Japan’s qualification for the tournament in Russia next year. When I leave the Emirates after a game, I see the fans standing along the street cheering. up to the Cuban storm as he took the lightweight title, beating Lazaro Alvarez Estrada. However, with only the top two teams able to qualify for Russia directly, third-placed Australia will hope the Samurai Blue can emerge with a win or hold the Saudis to a draw. For their part, Bangladesh will be looking to make history at Chittagong where the second Test will be played.