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Australia created the best opportunities of the first 45 minutes. Japan goalkeeper Eiji Kawashima blocked a close-range flick-on from Harry Kewell, who also thrashed a half-volley into the side netting.
Japan are bidding to become the first team to win the Asian Cup for a fourth time, while Australia are appearing in their first continental final on their second appearance in the competition.
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