Chris Ikonomidis – 8

Scored his first goal for Australia with an excellent first-time finish on the half-volley, and looked at home in the national setup. Had another great chance in the 87th minute after a knock down from Maclaren which he skewed left.

Robbie Kruse – 5.5

A quiet game for the much-maligned winger, who provided plenty of industry but little creativity before he was replaced by Maclaren.

Andrew Nabbout – 7.5

A horrible error Omani fullback Saad Al-Mukhani put the ball on a platter for him inside the first ten minutes, and Nabbout duly obliged with a cool finish into the bottom corner. Had another excellent opportunity in the 63rd minute but he fired narrowly wide.

Substitutes:

Jamie Maclaren – 6
The best opportunity he’s likely to get to score his first international goal, and yet his Scott-McDonald-esque drought rolls on. Clearly was not showing for the ball in the fashion his teammates expected, and needs to adjust his off-the-shoulder approach to fit into this system. Set up Ikonomidis for what should have been a goal with a nice cushioned header.

Massimo Luongo – 7
Kept things ticking over in the #6 role, and oozes comfort and class on the ball. In the absence of Mooy, his position as Australia’s best midfielder is undisputed.

Jackson Irvine – 8

Added the pick of the goals with a thumping left-footed volley. In brilliant goalscoring form at present, and Australia would do well to capitalise on it.

Martin Boyle – 6

Looked very keen to impress but was often wasteful in possession.

Alex Gersbach – N/A

Not given enough time to influence proceedings.

Matt Jurman – N/A

Not given enough time to influence proceedings.