Celtic striker Adam Idah scored a crucial goal to see Ireland beat Bulgaria.
The forward, 24, was an unused sub in the first-leg match between the nations on Thursday, but he netted a winning goal on Sunday evening.
The Republic of Ireland maintained their status as a Nations League B side with the 4-2 aggregate triumph over Bulgaria.
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Idah was brought on in the 65th minute, replacing Mikey Johnston, and went on to score the winning goal on the night six minutes from time.
Mark Sykes burst clear of the defence but was forced left before sending a cross to the back post for Idah to volley home.
Idah celebrated by putting his finger to his lips in a response to criticism he has faced online.
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He said: “I saw a lot of stuff online, so it was just telling people to shut up, really.
"Obviously I was frustrated with the first game, but I came on today and did what I’ve been doing all season, so it was just to the people who were doubting me.
“Before when I was younger, it was hard. You probably get in your own head, you start doubting yourself.
“But I’ve got over it, I see it all the time and it’s exactly what I did tonight. That’s how you shush them, you let your feet do the talking.”
