(CNN) -- South Korea beat Kuwait 2-0 Wednesday to seal their place in the final stage of Asia World Cup qualifying as Group B winners. Their victory also meant Lebanon qualified in second place, despite a 4-2 defeat against the United Arab Emirates. Kuwait went into the match in Seoul needing a win to leapfrog Lebanon, while a draw would have been enough for 2002 World Cup semifinalists Korea. Kuwait gave the home side some scares in the first half and goalkeeper Jung Sung-Ryong had to be at his best. But after the break it was the Koreans who dominated as Lee Dong-Gook broke the deadlock in the 65th minute.
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South Korea seal place in next round of Asia World Cup qualifying
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Victory over Kuwait leaves minnows Lebanon in second qualifying spot
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Australia end Saudi Arabia's hopes as Oman qualify behind Socceroos
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Uzbekistan beat Japan to top their qualifying section
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