Ireland may have lost the game, but we won the staring contest.

The Irish strategy ensured the striker was relatively anonymous while Scotland bossed things in central midfield.

A fine strike from Shaun Maloney gave the home side a vital 1-0 victory over their fierce rivals at Celtic Park on Friday night, much to the 57-year-old’s delight.

We reflect on a disappointing night for the Boys in Green.

Meanwhile, Richie Sadlier argued that the hosts adapted to the pressure of the occasion better.

Robbie Keane says he has to respect Martin O’Neill’s decision to drop him for last night’s clash with Scotland.

It’s no consolation but at least Keano won the staring contest.

The Irish manager tried to focus on the positives following their disappointing 1-0 loss to Scotland.

Ireland were second best throughout the 90 minutes in tonight’s Euro 2016 qualifier.

Maloney struck the game’s only goal 15 minutes from time.

Supporters took to social media to vent their frustration.

Martin O’Neill has opted for the pace of Shane Long up front, dropping Ireland’s captain for the first time since 2001.

You may not have noticed, but Ben Blake is getting excited about tonight’s Euro 2016 qualifier.

Ex-international says Irish players won’t care about the recent incident in Portmarnock.

Unsurprisingly, Martin O’Neill and Gordon Strachan feature in all the daily papers while there are interviews with Ray Houghton and advice from Charlie Nicholas.

The 22-year-old can play an important supporting role in an Irish 4-5-1.

It was a long time ago.

The day is finally here for the Tartan Army to host the Boys in Green at Celtic Park.

James McClean or Jonathan Walters? Robbie Keane or Shane Long? Here’s what we think.

Is it going to be a big night for the Boys in Green?

Gordon Strachan’s side have defensive issues that can be exploited while their shape leads to opportunities.

Ireland will be ready for Scotland on Friday despite what happened off-the-field yesterday, according to the man in charge.

Martin O’Neill will need to be wary of the movement of Ikechi Anya, Shaun Maloney, Steven Naismith and Steven Fletcher.

‘How much will the Roy Keane incident impact on morale’ and more questions.

Scottish counterpart Gordon Strachan claims Mark McGhee is a ‘nightmare’ when he wins at Scrabble.

The former Hoops manager isn’t worried that travelling Irish fans will dilute their home advantage during Friday’s qualifier.

The former Celtic winger will ignore the boos and play his own game.

Martin O’Neill’s side will need to monitor Steven Naismith closely while James McClean has a great opportunity to impress.

The Irish manager also says Keane has the support of the FAI.

It’s gonna be a fun Friday night in Glasgow.

The FAI have confirmed that both players will return to their clubs.

The side are set to fly out to Glasgow today as their preparations for the big match continue.

Ireland’s former manager and Graeme Souness give their thoughts on this week’s big international qualifier.

The Ireland squad trained at Gannon Park this afternoon with three days to go until the showdown with Scotland.

The pair will have the strange experience of lining out for an away international in their hometown if they feature on Friday.

Stoke City’s Glenn Whelan hasn’t made the 27-man squad but Everton midfielder James McCarthy will be assessed in Dublin tonight.

The former Scottish defender wants home fans to give the two Ireland stars a hard time on Friday night.

Martin O’Neill will be keeping a close eye on this weekend’s matches ahead of another huge fixture.