Lee carsley kicked off his tenure as England's interim manager with a solid 2-nil victory over the Republic of Ireland in the UEFA Nations League at the Aviva Stadium Dean rice who had previously played for Ireland and Jack relish a former Irish youth International both scored the goals that secured the win against Ireland despite an energetic start from Ireland and a Mis Chance by Jason malumi England took control with risers 11 minute goal and Jack gish's 26-minute strike Carley's debut was marked by a refreshing and Dynam IC performance from England showcasing a new attacking approach the Republic of Ireland and the new coach H Mahal Grimson struggled to capitalize on their early promise and will look to improve in their upcoming match against Greece