Divin Mubama, right, recovered from missing a penalty to score England's opener from the spot
Goals from Divin Mubama and Tyrique George ensured England's Under-21s maintained their 100% record in Euro 2027 qualifying with victory against the Republic of Ireland.
In wet and windy conditions at Birmingham's St Andrew's Stadium, Lee Carsley's side got the win they needed to make it four wins from four games.
Both goals came in the second half, although England had a golden chance to take the lead midway through the first 45 minutes when they were awarded a penalty after Chelsea forward George was fouled inside the box, but Mubama saw his tame effort saved.
Chelsea's Jamie Gittens then had a header saved but chances were at a premium in the difficult conditions.
However, England had another chance to convert a penalty when Lewis Hall was fouled in the second half.
Manchester City youngster Mubama, who is on loan at Stoke this season, stepped up again despite his first-half miss but this time managed to squeeze home his spot-kick.
The Republic of Ireland pushed for an equaliser in the latter stages and Jacob Devaney went close but sent his shot over the bar.
However, George gave England the much-needed breathing space they needed when he hammered home a fine strike shortly before full-time.
The result means England are second in Group D with 12 points, one behind leaders Slovakia who have played a game more, while the Republic of Ireland are third on seven points.
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