A quick summary of action around the AFC third round on FRI 03 JUN 2005.
» Uzbekistan 01-01 Korea Rep: The hosts were just minutes away from a shock win, but PARK Chu Young scored in the 89th minute to neutralise Maxim SHATSKIKH's goal earlier in the second half. Even with the draw, the Uzbeks still have a chance at the Group A playoff spot...
» Saudi Arabia 03-00 Kuwait: ...after closest rival Kuwait had two sent off in their loss in Riyadh. The Saudis are now assured of at least a playoff place and can qualify by defeating Uzbekistan on WED 08 JUN 2005.
» Iran 01-00 Korea DPR: As the first half wound down, Ali KARIMI lobbed a free kick for Rahman REZAI to head in, and Iran held on for the win. They lead Group B and are now one point away from Germany 2006...
» Bahrain 00-01 Japan: ...as are Japan thanks to Mitsuo OGASAWARA's first half goal.