From the off Ireland take charge of the game, frequently dispossessing the Scotland squad

John O'Shea leads the Irish attack as the visitors aim to impress new boss Brian Kerr

Kevin Kilbane opens the scoring after nine minutes, heading home a Stephen Reid free-kick

Clinton Morrison looks almost apologetic after knocking in Ireland's second just three minutes later

New Republic boss Brian Kerr manages a smile as he sees his team comfortably defend their first-half lead

The Repblic side slide into cruise control as the Scotland side rarely threaten in the second half

Republic captain Matt Holland and new boss Brian Kerr salute the crowd as they leave the pitch after their win