Australia edge Jordan to go five points clear in World Cup Qualifying group

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Australia kept their winning run intact with a 1-0 victory over Jordan in Group B.

Adam Taggart's goal in the 13th minute put Graham Arnold's side five points clear of Kuwait, who dished out a 9-0 hammering to Chinese Taipei.

Australia won't play another qualifier until March 25 when they host Kuwait.