Group C: Serbia denied victory
Marko Pantelic’s poachers’ strike in the 39th minute put the Serbians ahead in the first half, followed by a handful of missed opportunities. A late equaliser by Konstantin Vassiljev denied Serbia victory.
The group’s other game saw Northern Ireland and Slovenia play out a 0-0 draw which could prove a missed opportunity for both nations.
Turkey up to third
Galatasaray midfielder Turan gaveTurkey the lead after beating two defenders before he placed the ball past Austria goalkeeper Jurgen Macho.
The Turks doubled their lead through Gokhan, and had their glovesman, Volkan Demirel, to thank for saving a Stefan Maierhofer penalty in the 84th minute.
The group’s other match saw Belgium record a resounding 4-1 victory over Azerbaijan.
Netherlands maintain dominationArsenal striker Robin van Persie's early strike gave the Dutch a half-time advantage but goals from Gergely Rudolf and Zoltan Gera turned the game on its head.
Gera equalised again after goals from Wesley Sneijder and Ruud van Nistelrooy had got Holland back in front, before Kuyt had the final say to move Bert van Marwijk's side to 18 points from six games.
In Soha, Sweden had to withstand a late barrage from Moldova to claim a 2-1 win.
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