Australia defeated the United Arab Emirates 2-1 to earn a place in the World Cup play-off against Peru on Monday.

At the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium, Jackson Irvine scored the first goal of the Asian play-off, slotting home after good play on the right wing by former Hibernian teammate Martin Boyle.

Caio Canedo, who was born in Brazil, equalised from close range after poor defending.

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However, Ajdin Hrustic’s deflected goal was enough to qualify Australia for the intercontinental play-off.

Despite the fact that the stadium in Al Rayyan has air conditioning, the game was played in 33°C heat.

At the same site, they will face Peru, a South American team, for a place in the World Cup.

When Costa Rica takes against New Zealand on Tuesday, the final World Cup spot will be decided.