On bended knee, Ireland show strength and ability to adapt

It was inevitable the return of a full house, especially for Hungary’s final warm-up for the Euros, would generate fervour, but the initial contribution from the stands was controversial

Josh Cullen of Republic of Ireland before the international friendly match against Hungary. Picture: Alex Nicodim/Sportsfile

From indifference at a win to progress from a draw.

Whereas drawing away to Hungary might once have been deemed a missed opportunity for Ireland, this stalemate was being declared as steadying the SS Kenny drifting dangerously off-course.