Israel's chances of automatic qualification for the world cup in 2010 took a serious knock tonight as they conceded a heart breaking 88th minute equaliser away to Latvia. A victory would have sent Israel top of the log and all but cemented their chances of a top 2 finish.
Liverpool's Yossi Benayoun gave the hosts a a 1-0 lead in the second half but a goal from Kolesnicenko 2 minutes from time left Israel ruing what would have been three consecutive victories on the road.
In the group's other big game, Switzerland managed a great away victory over Greece. The group is thus really tight at the top with Israel a point behind Greece, and Switzerland a point behind Israel.
The next round of games is scheduled for next year March 28, when Israel will face a crunch encounter against Greece.
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