Australia came from behind to open its World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-1 win over upstart Thailand. Josh Kennedy and Alex Brosque were the goal scorers for the home side.
Thailand took a shock lead in the 15th minute through Teerasil Dangda. Good interplay down the right resulted in a cross to the far post, which Dangda finished with a low shot across the goal. Australia controlled much of the first half, but Thailand defended well and went into halftime with a deserved lead.
The Aussies eventually made their pressure tell in the 58th minute. Neil Kilkenny played Matt McKay through down the left, McKay's shot was saved, but the rebound fell right to Kennedy who finished easily. From there Australia began to press for a winner.
Tim Cahill had a goal ruled out because of a foul on the goalkeeper, and had a header saved well a few minutes later. Lucas Neil also had a header saved with about five minutes left and time winding down for Australia.
A minute later the comeback was completed. McKay crossed in from the left and Kennedy's knockdown found Brosque, who took one touch and finished low.
Australia travels to Saudi Arabia for its next game while Thailand hosts Oman.
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