TOKYO - Japan feel sorry they could not come through for Australia against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, but the Socceroos' minimal win over Thailand did not help matters, firing up the Saudis who saw an opportunity they did not let go to qualify for their first World Cup finals since 2006.
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