Ireland held to a draw by Albania
Albania 0 Ireland 0
Brian Kerr’s boys in green picked up another important point to keep their Euro 2004 qualifying campaign moving in the right direction.
Newcastle goalkeeper Shay Given was as solid as a rock, making a series of fine saves to keep out the Albanians, who controlled most of the match.
Damien Duff came closest to scoring for Ireland with a fierce long-range drive which was well saved by the home goalkeeper.
