A late David McGoldrick goal sealed a point for Ireland as a late jail break turned into an adrenaline-flowing escape to victory.
In a labouring night for many Ireland players, some were able to display their best in a big game for the Boys in Green.
Here's how the players rated in tonight's 1-1 draw with Switzerland:
Darren Randolph 7 - Always alert and made a big save at his near post to thwart Seferovic late in the first-half.
Seamus Coleman 7 - Hands full shackling Rodriguez but set counter attacks in motion and defended strongly
Richard Keogh 6 - Skin of the teeth stuff at times but his no-nonsense approach was important
Shane Duffy 8 - Made two crucial blocks in the first half alone and was a pillar of strength. MOTM
Enda Stevens 6 - Picked up a costly booking and will now miss next month’s tricky game in Georgia
Jeff Hendrick 7 - Positive display on his 50th cap and was always looking to drive forward in possession
Glenn Whelan 6 - Busy night trying to spoil and nearly broke the crossbar with a late thunderbolt
Conor Hourihane 6 - Ireland could have done with more set pieces as his deliveries were on the money
Callum Robinson 6 - Always up to mischief but had a knock in the build up and replaced before the hour.
David McGoldrick 8 - Picked a great time to weigh in with his first Ireland goal and also linked the play nicely.
James McClean 7 - Forced to defend for long spells but left every ounce of energy out there for the cause.
IRELAND SUBS:
Alan Judge for Robinson (57 mins) - 6
Scott Hogan for Hourihane (82 mins) - 5
Alan Browne for McGoldrick (90 mins) - 5
SWITZERLAND: Sommer; Elvedi, Akanji, Schar; Mbabu (Fernandes 90), Zakaria, Xhaka, Rodriguez; Embolo (Ajeti 86), Freuler (Mehmedi 90); Seferovic.
Referee: Carlos del Cerro Grande (Spain)
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