The Socceroos battled to a 1-1 draw in Saitama, while Korea Republic beat Iraq, and China PR claimed their first win of the round.

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu was left frustrated after his team's winning run in World Cup qualifying was ended by a 1-1 draw with Australia on Tuesday but he believes the result will serve as a reminder to his players of the challenges that lie ahead.

Defender Kye Rowles vowed on Monday to "flip the script" as Australia look to win on Japanese soil for the first time when the two sides clash in World Cup qualifying.