McGree helps Socceroos put drama behind them and leave Qatar reeling

The Guardian

Qatar 0-3 Australia (McGree 5, Yengi 32, Irankunda 40) Julen Lopetegui under pressure as Qatar head coach It was a win almost as comfortable as the buildup had been turbulent, as the Socceroos placed the drama of a week dominated by talk of everything but the football aside and cruised to a comprehensive 3-0 win over Qatar. Pressing high, Australia’s men were ruthless in attack and dominant whenever their opponents even thought about getting forward, putting the result beyond doubt inside the opening 45 minutes . It took until the 38th for Qatar to register a touch in the Australia penalty…