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England and Ireland draw a blank in Dublin

England's winless run against neighbours the Republic of Ireland was extended to six matches on Sunday following a torpid 0-0 draw in a friendly game at Dublin's Aviva Stadium.

It was the first time England had played in Dublin since rioting far-right hooligans caused a friendly in February 1995 to be abandoned after only 27 minutes, but while the reunion thankfully passed off without incident off the pitch, there was precious little to stir the blood on it.

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