The towering striker, who hasn't played for Australia this year, returned to action recently after almost six weeks out with injury.

Kennedy put in a full shift in the away victory over Cerezo on Saturday, netting the second goal on 68 minutes.

The 2011 J.League topscorer tapped home from close range after a low cross to the back post for the goal.

The victory makes it three consecutive triumphs for Nagoya who are now up to fifth on the table, six points behind leaders Sanfrecce Hiroshima.