The stuff of dreams turned into something of a nightmare for Wales.
A first World Cup qualification in 64 years represented a monumental achievement for the Red Dragons, although their Qatar journey ended in the blink of an eye as Rob Page's men finished rock bottom of Group B having failed to win a single match at the global showpiece.
It was a tough pill for the Red Wall to swallow, and those who proudly wore the red jersey on the grandest stage of them all felt the pain more than anyone.