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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Damian Spellman

Heimir Hallgrimsson praises Ireland ‘character’ after second-half fightback

Republic of Ireland boss Heimir Hallgrimsson suffered mixed emotions as his side fought back to draw 2-2 with 10-man Hungary (Damien Eagers/PA) - (PA Wire)

Heimir Hallgrimsson was left with mixed emotions as he watched the Republic of Ireland scrap their way to a 2-2 World Cup qualifying draw with 10-man Hungary.

Ireland got off to a dreadful start and trailed 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium after just 15 minutes, but goals from Evan Ferguson and substitute Adam Idah either side of Roland Sallai’s dismissal ultimately handed them a first Group F point from their opening fixture.

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