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A failure to win either of their last two World Cup qualifiers doesnt spell gloom for Australias chances of reaching Russia, according to coach Ange Postecoglou.The Socceroos emerged from a tricky away tie in Saudi Arabia and a marquee home match with Japan unbeaten, but with just two points for their efforts.Thats seen them slip from top spot in the group to second place, with just the top two assured of passage to the 2018 tournament.Saudio Arabia now top the group after a 3-0 dismissal of UAE at home, while a four-goal haul to Mohanad Abdul-Raheem ended Iraq wait for a win as they crushed Thailand 4-0.With Australia travelling to Thailand next month to complete the first half of the qualifying campaign, Postecoglou said things were on track.I said at the draw this first five-game series is where well set it up, he said.And from that perspective were in good shape.Weve got games coming up away and at home that we should win and win wellIt was important we didnt lose tonight. But right now Im pretty flat.Postecoglou can see the 1-1 draw with Japan as two points lost or one point gained.Australia failed to win at home, which is never ideal, but Mile Jedinaks 53rd minute penalty proved once more the side is capable of righting their ship in rough seas.A strong showing from 22-year-old Brad Smith - the youngest player on the pitch on Tuesday night - and goalkeeper Mat Ryan were among the chief positives.Both will return to their club sides hopeful of improving their game-time to stay in the national frame.Smith has started the last six qualifiers and looks assured of his position, while Ryans form for Australia should carry him through despite stiff competition from Mitchell Langerak.Ryan hasnt played for club side Valencia in two months, while Lanagerak has played every match for his German side Stuttgart.Postecoglou said he was also keen for players to put their hands up for the troublesome right-back role - filled by Ryan McGowan against Japan - as well as other positions.Its no secret. Were still looking for the right kind of player for that role, he said.With the A-League starting theres a couple of players that have the potential to put their hand up for the November game. Well keep looking and adjusting.AUSTRALIAS WORLD CUP QUALIFYING GROUP RESULTSAustralia 1-1 JapanIraq 4-0 ThailandSaudi Arabia 3-0 United Arab EmiratesGROUP B TABLE AFTER FOUR MATCHES1. Saudi Arabia - 10 points, +5 goal difference2. Australia - 8 points, +3 goal difference3. Japan - 7 points, +2 goal difference4. United Arab Emirates - 6 points, -1 goal difference5. Iraq - 3 points, 0 goal difference6. Thailand - 0 points, -9 goal difference* The top two sides advance to the 2018 World Cup in Russia* Third-ranked side plays the third-ranked team from Group A in a two-leg playoff* Winner of the third-place playoff faces a CONCACAF nation over two legs for a place in the World Cup Joe Smith Astros Jersey . Lack made 20 saves for his third shutout of the season as the Canucks blanked the St. Louis Blues 1-0 in the first post-Olympic game for both teams night. Carlos Beltran Astros Jersey . The parade and rally were held to celebrate the Saskatchewan Roughriders 45-23 win over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Sunday in the CFLs championship game. https://www.cheapastros.com/2623o-mike-scott-jersey-astros.html . All of the scoring came in the final 20:04. Lucic scored on a power play at 15:46 of the third period, when he tipped a shot over Stars goalie Kari Lehtonen for a 3-1 lead. Rogelio Armenteros Astros Jersey . McPhee said that Ovechkins father Mikhail is in stable condition after having the surgery this week and is no longer in intensive care. "Weve told him to stay as long as necessary with your dad," he said. Ovechkin and his Russian national team were eliminated from the mens hockey tournament in Sochi on Wednesday with a 3-1 quarter-final loss to Finland. Josh James Jersey . Louis Cardinals. Victorino is batting sixth and playing right field after missing two games because of back tightness. CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Auburn and Clemson will headline the field in the 2017 Charleston Classic.Auburn of the Southeastern Conference and Clemson of the Atlantic Coast Conference are the featured teams for next seasons eight-team tournament. Event organizers announced the field for next years tourney on Thursday.Along with Auburn and Clemson, other 2017 participants are Dayton, Hofstra, Indiana State, Old Dominion, Ohio and Temple.Thiis years tournament begins Thursday with No.dddddddddddd 3 Villanova opening play against Western Michigan.The event the College of Charlestons TD Arena continues Friday with two semifinal and two consolation games. It concludes on Sunday with a seventh-place, fifth-place, third-place and champion games. ' ' '