People wrote us off - Ireland hero McClean revels in proving doubters wrong

James McClean revelled in proving those who doubted the Republic of Ireland wrong as Monday's 1-0 victory over Wales in Cardiff secured a World Cup play-off spot at the expense of their hosts.

McClean fired home a sweet second-half strike to keep Ireland's hopes of making the tournament in Russia next year alive, capitalising on a loss of concentration at the back from Wayne Hennessey and Ashley Williams.

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