A fan, notably dressed in an England home shirt with '69' on the shorts, managed to breach security, reaching England's Anthony Gordon before being removed.
The pre-match atmosphere was charged, highlighted by Ireland supporters booing 'God Save the King' and expressing discontent towards Declan Rice and Jack Grealish.
Despite the hostile reception, Declan Rice and Jack Grealish, who had played for Ireland at youth level, silenced critics by scoring in the first half.
The scene at the Aviva Stadium underscored the intense national pride and emotional turbulence during the heavily-anticipated England versus Ireland match.
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