The Boys in Green were victorious in Dublin after a scrappy game, but their American visitors gained valuable experience on the long road to Qatar
John O'Shea's 118th international appearance for the Republic of Ireland was an emotional one. The former Champions League winner was taken off after just 33 minutes to a rapturous applause from the home support, who thanked him for his service to the Boys in Green for the past 17 years.
A veteran of the club and international game, he has chosen the right time to hang up his boots for Ireland, having turned 37 in April.