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United Arab Emirates 1 Australia 0: Degenek error sees hosts eliminate defending champions

United Arab Emirates are through to the 2019 Asian Cup semi-finals thanks to a 1-0 win over reigning champions Australia on Friday.

Defending champions Australia crashed out of the 2019 Asian Cup in the quarter-finals after losing 1-0 to hosts United Arab Emirates, with Milos Degenek's second-half error proving costly.

Neither side truly stood out in an even contest, but a hapless defensive error with 22 minutes to go allowed Ali Ahmed Mabkhout to score the winner and set up a semi-final with Qatar.

Although the Socceroos made a lively start, UAE improved as the first half progressed and ultimately crafted the better chances.