Atletico Madrid keeper Jan Oblak admitted Scotland were physically stronger than Slovenia and revealed they were hanging on in the second half.
Sebastien Pocognoli had to settle for a point in his first game in charge of the Scots as Slovenia withstood second half pressure in a goalless draw.
Veteran keeper Oblak was named Man of the Match as he helped keep Scotland at bay.
And he was honest enough to admit Scotland should have won.
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He said: "The first half was very good on our part, but in the second half, Scotland showed that they are physically stronger than us.
"From the 50th minute onwards, we were breathing hard out there.
"At this level, if you can't match your opponents physically, it's difficult.
"Some players in our team have not been playing for their clubs and lacked match fitness.
"Scotland were physically stronger and better prepared than us, we have to admit that."
