Ange Postecoglou’s side needed to win the game by two or more goals to guarantee a place in the knockout stages, and that looked like a real possibility when James Troisi opened the scoring with a composed finish three minutes before half time.

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The Socceroos performed admirably throughout the contest but were undone by Martín Rodríguez’s equaliser midway through the second half.

But which players stood out on the night? Here are our player ratings.

Australia

Mat Ryan 7.5 – Made a crucial save to deny Arturo Vidal when the game was still goalless. Could do little about the goal when he was left exposed.

Mark Milligan 7.5 - Occasionally exposed to the pacey Sanchez but overall the 31-year-old, who was moved into defence, rose to the challenge well. Kept the Arsenal star quiet for large spells.

Milligan's battle with Sanchez was a highlight

Trent Sainsbury 7.5 - Commanding defensive display in the middle of the back three. Won numerous aerial duels and read the game brilliantly before he was forced off with a hamstring injury on 70 minutes. Missed a golden opportunity to put Australia 2-0 up though.

Ryan McGowan 7 - Slotted into the side with little fuss and looked comfortable in the back three. Made some important interceptions and was comfortable on the ball. Carried on after a nasty clash of heads with Eduardo Vargas.

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