Mitrovic makes the difference as Ireland lose to Serbia

Ireland’s World Cup qualifying campaign got off to a disappointing but spirited 3-2 loss to Serbia in Belgrade. Alan Browne ended manager Stephen Kenny’s goal drought but the hosts replied through Dusan Vlahovic and Aleksandar Mitrovic with James Collins scoring moments from the end.

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Ireland avoid relegation but fail to beat Bulgaria

The Republic of Ireland’s winless run continued tonight as they drew 0-0 with Bulgaria. The result means they retain their status in League B of the Nations League but Stephen Kenny is yet to taste success as an international manager and his side have now gone seven games without a goal.

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