Ammon News - AMMAN Jordan's hopes of a first World Cup finals appearance remain alive after tying Uzbekistan at home on Friday, during the qualifying playoff.

Player Musab Laham scored Jordan's goal in the 30th minute, but Uzbekistan tied 10 minutes later.

Jordan came in the third place in Group B on 10 points, one ahead of Paul Le Guen's side, while Uzbekistan finished third in Group A.

Second leg between the two teams will be played on September 10 in Uzbekistan.

Jordan needs to draw at least 2-2, or win the game to continue with the intercontinental qualifying tie, to reach World Cup 2014. (The Jordan Times)