Egan and Molumby share regret of not matching first half intensity after the break 

That sentiment has echoed from the fans at home and in the Glasgow stands, to the players who fought for the cause on the pitch.

REGRET: John Egan of Republic of Ireland reacts after his side concede their first goal, scored by Jack Hendry of Scotland, during UEFA Nations League B Group 1. Pic: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

An encouraging, yet ultimately disappointing evening at Hampden Park leaves Ireland in a position where they need to get a result from their final group game to avoid relegation from their current Nations League tier. 

That sentiment has echoed from the fans at home and in the Glasgow stands, right down to the players who fought for the cause on the pitch.