Republic of Ireland’s first appearance at the Women’s World Cup ends with a goalless draw, with Nigeria qualifying for the knockout stages in second place in Group B.
The Super Falcons finish behind co-hosts Australia, who saved their tournament with a 4-0 drubbing of Canada.
They are now likely to face England in the Round of 16.
The Girls in Green finish bottom of the group, but they will head home wondering what might have been having contested three evenly-matched games which could easily have gone their way.
They fought until the end in this one, but couldn’t quite claim all three points. Still, a positive campaign for Vera Pauw’s side, despite the disappointment of heading home early.