Evan Ferguson missed a penalty as the Republic of Ireland passed up the opportunity to hand the interim head coach, John O’Shea, a notable scalp against Belgium.
The Brighton striker, who reported for international duty without a goal in 20 games for his club, had his first-half spot-kick saved by the Nottingham Forest keeper Matz Sels to ensure the friendly contest at a blustery Aviva Stadium ended goalless.
