Republic of Ireland secured their spot in the last 16 of Euro 2016 after a stirring 1-0 win over Italy.

Antonio Conte's men were the only side able to achieve a perfect group stage record if they could find a way past Martin O'Neill's men but they couldn't live with the Irishmen.

Robbie Brady scored the only goal of the game, heading home from Wes Hoolahan's cross.

Minutes earlier substitute Hoolahan had missed a golden chance for the Irish, who felt aggrieved after James McClean was denied a penalty in the first half.

Italy fielded a much-changed starting XI and their only moment of inspiration came from Insigne, who curled the ball off the post.

Now Ireland will face hosts France in the last 16 of the competition.