Doyle equaliser gives under-21s slim hope of progress

Republic of Ireland Under-21 2 Israel Under-21 2

This was a brave point earned by manager Don Givens’ side, but the defensive frailties that have undermined their performances again came to the fore.

On three minutes Liran Cohen curled in a cross to the far post where Moshe Ohayon headed past Aston Villa goalkeeper Wayne Henderson from eight yards.