World Cup qualifier: Republic keep Ronaldo and co at bay to pick up well-earned point at the Aviva
The Republic claimed a superb point last night (Thursday) against Portugal in a memorable night in Dublin.
In front of a packed Aviva Stadium, Stephen Kenny's side drew 0-0 in the penultimate game of their World Cup qualifying campaign.
But the manager believes a wrong call from the officials denied his side a famous win.
That was after Matt Doherty's late 'goal' was ruled out for a foul on keeper Rui Patrício by debutant Will Keane.
Another point means the Republic stretch their unbeaten run to five matches.
Portugal were reduced to 10 players after veteran defender Pepe was sent off late in the game.
World superstar Cristiano Ronaldo had scored two last-gasp headers to win the game in the reverse fixture in September.
However, despite a close-range header last night followed by a long-range shot, he could not find the net.
As a result, the visitors had to make do with a draw which took them to the top of Group A on goal difference ahead Sunday's home clash with Serbia.
The Republic take on Luxembourg in their final game of the campaign on Sunday.