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UNBELIEVABLE: Michael obafemi leads stylish ireland s emphatic win over dour scotland | History Defined

Michael Obafemi celebrates scoring the Republic of Ireland’s third goal against Scotland
Michael Obafemi (centre) celebrates scoring the Republic of Ireland’s third goal against Scotland. Photograph: Charles McQuillan/Getty Images

Crisis, what crisis? Stephen Kenny responded to suggestions his job as the Republic of Ireland manager may be under threat by presiding over a demolition job on Scotland. Ireland entered this Nations League tie with a record of two wins in 17 competitive games under Kenny. They left it with hope of a brighter future fully restored. Kenny’s glory was emphatic in style.

“We went into this game having had real setbacks,” said Kenny. “Any sort of victory over Scotland is a big one. But it wasn’t perfect. We are still a work in progress.”

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