Oman

Ali Al-Habsi Ali Al Habsi will lead Oman at the 2015 Asian Cup and make his third appearance at the continental championships.

Paul Le Guen Paul Le Guen admitted his Oman side were far inferior to Australia after they were thumped 4-0 in the Asian Cup on Tuesday.

Syria continued their promising start to World Cup qualifying, while crowd trouble marred Malaysia versus Saudi Arabia.

Republic of Ireland Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill has a selection dilemma over who to play in goal for Wednesday's friendly with Oman in Dublin.

Paul Le Guen Oman coach Paul Le Guen warned Australia his side will fight for everything on Tuesday as they look to keep their Asian Cup campaign alive.

Matthew Špiranović Defender Matthew Spiranovic says Australia are buoyant after their win over Kuwait, but are wary of an Oman backlash.

Yuya Osako scored twice as Japan hit top gear against Oman in Kashima, running out 4-0 winners.

Oman and Turkmenistan looked set to be eliminated with a 1-1 draw, but two late goals sent the Gulf Cup champions through in the Asian Cup.

China PR China continued their preparations for the Asian Cup with a comfortable 4-1 friendly win over Oman on Saturday.

Joey O'Brien West Ham defender Joey O'Brien has pulled out of the Republic of Ireland squad with a knee problem.