Wembley takeaways: Collins experiment the bright spot but roof caved in on Ireland

A reality check arrived for Ireland in the second half

SORRY: Ireland’s Nathan Collins dejected after the game. Pic ©INPHO/Ryan Byrne

The main takeaway 

The Republic were given a frighteningly vivid vision of how long the journey will be to reach the level they dream of, following a chastening experience at Wembley.