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Qatar A second-half brace from Meshal Abdullah saw Qatar come from two goals down to earn a 2-2 draw against Oman on Wednesday.

Keiren Westwood Goalkeeper Keiren Westwood has earned a recall to the Republic of Ireland squad for their upcoming matches with Oman and Georgia.

China PR Iraq secured a place at the 2015 AFC Asian Cup in Australia thanks to a 3-1 win over China on Wednesday.

Oman Oman will look to put the seal on an impressive Asian Cup qualifying campaign when they host Singapore on Wednesday.

Japan Holders Japan will begin their Asian Cup defence in 2015 with a fixture against the winners of the AFC Challenge Cup.

Luis Suarez Uruguay coach Oscar Tabarez said he picked the suspended Luis Suarez to ensure the star striker remains in contact with the national team.

Shay Given Shay Given has come out of international retirement to be included in the Republic of Ireland's squad for fixtures against Oman and Georgia.

Kosovo Ilir Berisha saluted the fans after Kosovo won their first official international match, edging Oman 1-0 on Sunday.

Martin O'Neill Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill believes his players will reap the benefits of a 2-0 friendly win over Oman on Wednesday.

Darron Gibson Republic of Ireland midfielder Darron Gibson is determined to take his chance with both hands against Oman on Wednesday.