The Republic of Ireland conjured an admirable performance in a goalless draw against Serbia to consign to the past their harrowing Euro 2012 campaign.
The match at the Red Star Stadium in Belgrade may only have been a friendly, but it was crucial Giovanni Trapattoni's side emerged with creditability after a summer to forget, and they did exactly that.
Chances were sparse in a game that lacked sparkle overall, but at least Kieren Westwood proved himself as Shay Given's replacement for the long term with one stunning save late on to guarantee a deserved draw.
Source: PA
