Australia secured their place in the last 32 of the World Cup as they clinched second place in Group D with a 0-0 draw with Paraguay.
The draw was a bad result for Scotland, the South Americans finishing as the fourth best of the third-placed teams.
The Socceroos created multiple chances as they took control early, but they fell short in front of goal. An early attempt from Jackson Irvine was saved by Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill. Gill also parried away a Cristian Volpato effort before the end of a cagey first half.
Neither side threatened much after the break, Jordon Bos getting between two defenders to fire wide of the post in the 90th minute. Australia goalkeeper Patrick Beach was also forced into a stoppage-time save to deny Mauricio.
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The draw ensures Australia will face the runners-up in Group G with Paraguay left waiting on other results to learn their fate.
Paraguay defender Gustavo Gomez said: “We made adjustments at half-time and the second half was better.
The important thing is that we earned a point, and I think with this result we’ve qualified, which was our primary objective.”
Australian midfielder Ajdin Hrustic said: “I’m proud of the boys and what our coach is doing is truly outstanding.
“I think we had two or three chances in and around the box where maybe we could have scored. But you always have to look at the positives. We’ll prepare as well as we can again.”
