Karen Carney
Former England midfielder on ITV

They went really direct and put Louise Quinn up front as well, and it became really set-piece dominated.

The manager in the second half said 'let's go for it' and then the crowd got behind them.

Emma Sanders
BBC Sport at Aviva Stadium

It was a better performance from Sarina Wiegman's side and they needed it to be after a frustrating draw on Friday with Sweden.

The Republic of Ireland built pressure in the second half but in the end, it felt comfortable for England.

They got the job done in the first half, Keira Walsh was much more heavily involved and defensively they were relatively strong.

Still plenty to improve on but there were positives for both teams.

We don't have to wait long for the next round of Euro 2025 qualifiers. They come around at the end of next month.

England host France at St. James' Park in Newcastle on 31 May, on the same day Republic of Ireland play Sweden at Aviva Stadium.

The reverse fixtures take place just five days later, with the Lionesses going to St Etienne on 4 June, while the Irish visit Stockholm.

Stephanie Roche
Republic of Ireland striker on RTE

I think Megan Campbell made a big difference when she came on, she gave us more balance and helped us get Katie McCabe further forward.

I think it is a better performance than the France game, we had a go and did something different.

Eni Aluko
Former England forward on ITV

What I always think about when I see this Republic of Ireland side is the spirit. They have a great team spirit and played very well in the second half.

Aine O'Gorman
Former Republic of Ireland defender on RTE

There are lots of positives from tonight, I'm very proud of the girls in green. They didn't really get carved open.

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Karen Carney
Former England midfielder on ITV

My heart is still racing after that second half.

Republic of Ireland played well in the second half and put us under pressure, but England defensively were strong. Credit to them.

Republic of Ireland certainly finished strong. They did not have a shot on goal until the 84th minute, but by the end they had England rocking and playing for time in a feverish atmosphere.

England dominated the match on the whole, but their inability to kill off supposedly the easiest team in the group will be a cause for concern.

It hasn't always been pretty, but four points from two games is a decent start for England. Tough visits to France and Sweden still to come, but they are well placed so far.

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Siobhan Chamberlain
Ex-England and Man Utd goalkeeper on ITV

They will see it as job done.

It's a clean sheet as well, and two goals scored.

They have also got some rotation too, with the likes of Jess Park and Hannah Hampton getting a chance.

Job done for England, three points secured.

Republic of Ireland fought hard, but were largely outclassed.

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England are having the late chances, Beth Mead attempting a volley but mis-hitting her effort.

Chloe Kelly sends in a cross, too close to the keeper.

England are nearly there.

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Perhaps surprisingly, we have just had our first yellow card of the game.

Not surprisingly, it is for Katie McCabe.

Four minutes of injury time are indicated.

Time is running out for the home side.

England should be coasting to a 2-0 win. Instead everything looks panicked and frenetic, with the home fans roundly booing every attempt at time-wasting.

England should see this out, but it isn't convincing.

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A double change from Sarina Wiegman, whether to waste time or try and reivigorate England is not clear.

Lauren James and Alessia Russo are replaced by Chloe Kelly and Rachel Daly.

Earlier, I missed Georgia Stanway replacing Ella Toone. Apologies.

Emma Sanders
BBC Sport at Aviva Stadium

Lucy Bronze grabbed Hannah Hampton and seemed to comfort her or give her words of encouragement after that situation. It was all a bit bizarre!

What has happened here?!

Hannah Hampton holds on to the ball for a long time, as Katie McCabe stands in front of her. Eventually the England keeper takes her kick - and boots it straight into the Irish captain.

Hampton wants a free kick for McCabe not being far enough away, but nothing is given as McCabe runs after the loose ball.

Eventually McCabe gets a shot in from a tight angle, although Hampton has got back in position to make the save.

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