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BANGKOK -- Marcello Lippis first game as China coach ended in a 0-0 draw with Qatar in the third round of qualification for the 2018 World Cup on Tuesday.The draw in Kunming leaves China with just two points after five games, making it almost certain that it will not qualify for the finals in Russia.Lippi, who won the World Cup with Italy in 2006, was appointed in October following the resignation of Gao Hongbo.China, looking to return to the World Cup for the first time since 2002, was close to scoring on a number of occasions but just could not find a way through.The top two teams in the two groups will qualify automatically for the World Cup, with the two third-placed teams playing to decide which one advances to the intercontinental playoffs.---JAPAN 2, SAUDI ARABIA 1A first-half penalty from Hiroshi Kiyotake helped Japan to a much-needed 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia in Saitama, Japan.A handball in the area gave Kiyotake his opportunity in the 45th minute, and Genki Haraguchi added a second for Japan with 10 minutes remaining.Omar Othman scored for Saudi Arabia with a minute left.The victory moves Japan level with Saudi Arabia with 10 points after five Group B games and marks the first loss for Saudi Arabia, which still holds the top spot on goal difference.---THAILAND 2, AUSTRALIA 2Mile Jedinak and Teerasil Dangda both scored a goal in each half as Thailand and Australia played out a 2-2 draw in Bangkoks Rajamangala Stadium.Australia is third in Group B with nine points, one behind Japan and Saudi Arabia, and is the first time that Thailand has avoided defeat.Jedinak put the Socceroos ahead with an early penalty, only for Teerasil to fire home from close range before halftime. The Thai striker scored early in the second half, also from the penalty spot, to put Thailand in sight of a famous victory.Another spot-kick ensured that the spoils were shared as Jedinak kept his cool for the second time.---UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 2, IRAQ 0United Arab Emirates moved level on points with Australia in Group B after a comfortable win over Iraq in Abu Dhabi.Ahmed Khalil opened the scoring after 26 minutes with veteran Ismaeil Matar sealing the win with a minute remaining.UAE now has nine points, staying in fourth, below Australia on goal difference.---SOUTH KOREA 2, UZBEKISTAN 1A late goal from Koo Ja-cheol gave South Korea a crucial come-from-behind win over Uzbekistan in Seoul.The Bundesliga midfielder scored with five minutes remaining to put South Korea, aiming for a ninth consecutive World Cup appearance, ahead of Uzbekistan and into second place in Group A behind Iran.Uzbekistans Mirat Bikmaev scored from outside the area in the 25th, with Nam Tae-hee making it 1-1 midway through the second half.---SYRIA 0, IRAN 0Iran stayed top of Group A despite being held to a goalless draw by Syria. 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The alarm first sounds at 5:50am in the morning, when the England and Bath defender allows herself another precious 10 minutes of rest. Shes out of bed at six and quickly prepares for her first of two training sessions that day. Half-an-hour later we arrive at Bath University, where Beckford-Chambers spends an hour in the weights room. The 27-year-old spends an hour lifting at Bath University I grab a word with her strength and conditioning coach, Peter Gascoigne, who tells me its all about improving her power, speed and strength.At this time of year theres a lot of games, so were looking to maintain her strength while realising the power shes got naturally, he tells me.Its approaching 8am and Im already exhausted (and Im only a spectator), as an energised Beckford-Chambers almost skips to the showers to get ready to begin her day as a legal assistant.After a bus trip and a short six-minute walk through Baths city centre, we arrive at her law firm - Mogers Drewett Solicitors.Were greeted by her boss, the firms partner, Maeve England. England immediately apologises for missing her employees match against Australia the day before. The defender played every match of the tri-series with Australia Beckford-Chambers, who played in all three matches in Englands Test series with Australia in January, says: Well, we didnt get the result we wanted, but the team played well, so Im happy with that.England explained how Mogers Drewett Solicitors supports and even encourages athletes like Beckford-Chambers to excel in both of her chosen careers. Ebonis skills on the court translate very well into a legal career, in that shes a very determined person, shes driven and quite tenacious, she explains.Beckford-Chambers, who joined the firm in November, is a legal assistant in the commercial litigation department and hopes to qualify as a solicitor in the next few years. Her day-to-day tasks involve drafting court forms, correspondence and client meetings.Its clear Beckford-Chambers loves her job. She says: Its varied. One minute you might be going to court for a trial or hearing, the next minute you might be at your desk drafting court forms or talking to clients. Beckford-Chambers joins her team-mates for the annual Team Bath photo Its approaching 1pm when Beckford-Chambers says shes off to meet some friends for lunch.dddddddddddd We walk less than 200 metres to a pizzeria, where five of her Bath team-mates are waiting. Team Bath vice-captain Asha Francis is among them.We all sit down and I ask Beckford-Chambers about her diet. You are what you eat and I feel much healthier and more energised when Im eating the right foods. She laughs and admits: Every once in a while, Ill come to lunch with the girls, and well have a treat like a pizza.I ask Francis about Beckford-Chambers and what she brings to the team. The vice-captain is full of praise for her team-mate: She inspires us all to constantly be better at training and all the things we have to do outside of training as well. Beckford-Chambers coach says maintaining strength is key at the start of the year After lunch we head back to the firm, where Beckford-Chambers doesnt stop until 4:45pm.We head back through the city centre, past the historic Pump Rooms and Bath Abbey. The walk is timed perfectly, because as we get to her stop, the bus is just pulling up.After a 15-minute journey were back at the university, where Beckford-Chambers changes her attire for the third time that day.She comes out wearing her England jumper and matching navy three-quarter leggings. We arrive in time for a massage at 6pm on the dot. Beckford-Chambers tells me she visits either the physio or masseuse most evenings before her on-court session. Beckford-Chambers flanked by Pamela Cookey (l), Sasha Corbin and Jo Harten at 2013 Sportswomen of the Year awards Just over half an hour later shes on the court with her team-mates, warming up and getting ready to train. Its actually quite good to have a run around after a long day at work, she says. I watch on as Bath coach Anna Stembridge puts her team through their paces.When the session finally comes to an end, Im surprised to see Beckford-Chambers still smiling. More than 15 hours have passed since I arrived at her house that morning. Im pleased when she tells me that its time to head home. She then adds: And get ready to do it all again tomorrow.Before we say our goodbyes, I shake my head in disbelief and ask her how she maintains such a busy schedule. Her response is quick: I guess I lead a double life, and I wouldnt have it any other way. Also See: Vitality Superleague fixtures Table Live on Sky Sportswomen ' ' '