Group B leader Iran defeated Thailand 3-0 in Bangkok’s Rajamangala Stadium.
Fulham midfielder Ashkan Dejagah gave the visitors the lead in the 28th minute. Standard Liege striker Reza Ghoochannejhad extended Iran’s lead three minutes before halftime.
Thailand substitute Phawadon Suwanchart was sent-off in injury time and NEC striker Alreza Jahanbakhsh rubbed salt in the wounds by netting the third goal.
The 2015 AFC Asian Cup will be held in Australia from 9 to 31 January 2015.
Iran took a huge step towards qualifying for the 2015 AFC Asian Cup after beating Thailand on Friday.
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