Ireland v Belgium player ratings: How Boys in Green fared in John O'Shea's first game
Sammie Szmodics of Republic of Ireland and Republic of Ireland goalkeeping coach Rene Gilmartin. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile
Unconvincing early moment with the ball at his feet and spilled a Lois Openda half volley before smothering the loose ball. But he impressed by getting down low and left to keep out Thomas Meunier’s low shot and a clean sheet is certainly not to be sniffed at. 6
Right-sided centre back did not stand out - which is no bad thing in the circumstances. Needs to continue featuring for Nottingham Forest after an inactive opening to the season. 6
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