The Hibernian right back’s rashness in conceding a late penalty, and then the extra-time free-kick which saw Son Heung-Min send the Socceroos home with a whimper at the quarter final stage, attracted social media opprobrium.

But Miller, 23, has returned to the Scottish capital and started Hibs’ last five games in a show of support from Monty, the man who gave him his initial break at Central Coast Mariners.

Being blamed for your nation’s demise at a major tournament, whether justified or otherwise, is a cross to bear for any player, especially one in the infancy of his international career with just six caps to his name.

However, Montgomery believes Miller will silence the trolls and still go on to carve out a successful international future.

“He’s come back to Scotland into a culture where it’s all about the team, just like at the Mariners, and he’s going to learn valuable lessons from every mistake he makes,” Montgomery told FTBL.

“He’s a young player who still makes errors and he’s been humbled by the support we’ve given him.

“What happened (with Australia) was a devastating time for him, but that’s football. You make mistakes and build resilience along the way.

“He’s put in some good performances since he got back - and he has just got to keep pushing now and improving.”

The Scottish Premiership side have won three and drawn two of their past five to sit sixth on the ladder with Rangers up next in the quarter finals of the Scottish Cup on Monday (AEST).

And, though Miller might not be every fan’s favourite at Easter Road, Montgomery sees exponential development in his game.

“He’s a player I’ve known for a long time - and he’s on a steep learning curve which will on see him grow,” he added. “I’ve got faith in him and what he needed most after the Asian Cup was to get back playing immediately at club level.

“As a player you have good and bad times and it’s during those difficult periods where you build your character, and I know he’s doing that.

“Hopefully what happened with Australia won’t affect his international career in any way. What he needs to do now is play consistently well for Hibs and the call ups for Australia will take care of themselves.”

Miller has been joined in Scotland by his former Mariners teammate Nectar Triantis, on loan from Sunderland for the rest of the season.

“Nectar didn’t really play at Sunderland (at first team level) for six months and he’s a top boy and a top player who just needs games,” Montgomery explained.

“He’s played a few for us so far - we were short of players and had to throw him straight in. I gave him his debut at the Mariners and he came at a good time during the January window and I’m sure he’ll do well for us.”