Honduras draft in striker Hernandez for Australia playoff

Hernandez has scored six goals in 19 internationals and was a key player in Honduras' last two qualifiers, scoring a goal in the 1-1 draw with Costa Rica and grabbing an assist in the 3-2 win over Mexico that secured their playoff spot.

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Published 7 November 2017 4:00am

Source: Reuters

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However, he was left out the squad to play the Socceroos – with veteran Carlo Costly taking his place - after sustaining his facial injury two weeks ago.

The playoff begins in San Pedro Sula on Nov. 10 with the second leg in Sydney five days later.

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(Reporting by Andrew Downie, editing by Ed Osmond)

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Honduras draft in striker Hernandez for Australia playoff

Hernandez has scored six goals in 19 internationals and was a key player in Honduras' last two qualifiers, scoring a goal in the 1-1 draw with Costa Rica and grabbing an assist in the 3-2 win over Mexico that secured their playoff spot.

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