"FFA's advance party has been in Dushanbe for several days and have been liaising with the authorities in Tajikistan," said an FFA spokesperson. "At this stage the situation in Dushanbe remains calm. Businesses, government services and the airport are operating as normal.



"The Socceroos will arrive in Dushanbe today (Saturday) and begin preparations as planned.



"FFA has been in constant contact with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Asian Football Confederation and FIFA. Everything is proceeding towards the match being played as scheduled on Tuesday."