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10MA TOPICS! [KOREA FA] SYRIA AND KOREA REPUBLIC SHARE THE SPOILS IN MALAYSIA

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September 7, 2016

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Paroi: Syria held Korea Republic to a 0-0 draw in a hard-fought Group A clash in the final round of qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup at Paroi Stadium in Seremban, Malaysia on Tuesday evening.

Held at a neutral venue due to the ongoing security situation in Syria, Korea Republic enjoyed the lion's share of possession and more chances but could not break down a resolute defence.

"I want to congratulate the Syrian people on a good result. We held a strong Korea Republic team to a draw and we worked very hard to do so," said Syria coach Ayman Alhakim.

"Today we played a really great game. We have now played two games in the final round of we have performed well. If we continue to play like this then we can collect more points and who knows what can happen?.....

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