Recap: Republic of Ireland's Nation's League campaign thus far, and what lies ahead

Stephen Kenny's side have two Nation's League fixtures remaining, and while mid-table obscurity is the likeliest of outcomes, Scotland and Armenia offer an opportunity to cement the rise of the young stars that are becoming the backbone of the side.

NEW BOYS IN GREEN: Republic of Ireland's Nathan Collins is one of a number of new players to have made a mark on Stephen Kenny's team.

Defeat, coupled with a failure to fire in front of goal in the Republic of Ireland's opening two Nations League games against Armenia and Ukraine, was never going to be the ideal start. 

Consistency is key, yet what was really needed in the time following the disappointment of the opening fixtures was a win.