Australia edge Jordan to go five points clear in World Cup Qualifying group

Adam Taggart celebrates after scoring in Australia's World Cup qualifier against Jordan.
Adam Taggart celebrates after scoring in Australia's World Cup qualifier against Jordan.
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Australia kept their winning run intact with a 1-0 victory over Jordan in Group B.

Adam Taggart's goal in the 13th minute put Graham Arnold's side five points clear of Kuwait, who dished out a 9-0 hammering to Chinese Taipei.

Australia won't play another qualifier until March 25 when they host Kuwait.