Republic of Ireland v Latvia - 5 reasons to be cheerful

Ireland warmed-up for Monday's Euro 2024 qualification opener against France with a hard-earned 3-2 victory over the Latvians on Wednesday.

A WIN'S A WIN: Chiedozie Ogbene of Republic of Ireland, centre, celebrates with teammates Evan Ferguson and Mikey Johnston after scoring his side's third goal during the international friendly match between Republic of Ireland and Latvia at Aviva Stadium in Dublin. Photo by Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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Registering a welcome victory, albeit against a Latvian side ranked 133rd in the world, will increase Irish supporters hopes of gaining a positive result against Les Bleus.