Josh Kennedy scored twice to carry Australia to a 3-1 victory over Saudi Arabia, which leaves the Middle Eastern nation in real trouble.
The away side always looked the better one throughout the match and five minutes before the break Kennedy struck. He was able to reach a cross from the right and his header found the bottom corner.
Kennedy completed his brace early in the second half, taking advantage of Saudi Arabia's defensive mistakes. The hosts were caught in possession in the defensive third, which gave the Nagoya Grampus' striker an easy finish.
The Saudis attempted to get back in the match and won a penalty. Nasser Al-Shamrani stepped up to take it, but Mark Schwarzer saved it. Luckily for Saudi Arabia, the rebound fell right to Al-Shamrani and he put it in the back of the net, cutting the deficit in half.
Australia wrapped up the points late, winning a penalty of its own. Luke Wilshere stepped up and put his shot in the top corner.
Australia now is in comfortable position in group D with six points from its first two games. Saudi Arabia however, is in real trouble. They have one point from the two games and have not looked like a side that will make the World Cup.
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