Republic of Ireland beat France at Lansdowne Road.

Photographs from the World Cup qualifier match between the Republic of Ireland and France at Lansdowne Road, Dublin on 30 March 1977. There was an attendance of 48,000 spectators.

All photographs by Thomas Holton.

The only goal of the game was was scored by Liam Brady after ten minutes. The Republic of Ireland were led by player manager John Giles.

The final score was Republic of Ireland 1 France 0.

Ireland v France in World Cup Qualifier (1977)
Paddy Mulligan on the ball.

Ireland v France in World Cup Qualifier (1977)
Republic of Ireland players Don Givens, Gerry Daly and goal scorer Liam Brady celebrate.

Ireland v France in World Cup Qualifier (1977)
Steve Heighway takes on Thierry Tusseau.

Ireland v France in World Cup Qualifier (1977)
France defender Thierry Tusseau and Ray Treacy compete for the ball.

Ireland v France in World Cup Qualifier (1977)
Don Givens rises to head the ball towards goal.