In Pictures: Socceroos celebrate victory

Relive the moment as the Socceroos secured victory over Iraq for a place in the World Cup.

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Thousands of fans from Australia and Iraq braved the rain at the ANZ Stadium in Sydney, as the Socceroos secured victory for a place in the World Cup.

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The game was goalless until substitute Josh Kennedy scored just seven minutes from time, leading to jubilant scenes on the pitch.

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The 1-0 win secures the Socceroos a place in next year's World Cup in Brazil, and prompted huge celebrations for players and fans.

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The day after, and more celebrations at the Customs House in Sydney, where the team signed autographs and posed for photos at a special victory event.

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