Rep of Ireland 1 Cyprus 0
Robbie Keane's early goal was enough for the Republic of Ireland to make it seven points from three games in World Cup qualifying group eight.
The Liverpool striker headed in Damien Duff's cross (5), but Shay Given had to quickly deny Michalis Konstantinou and Yiannis Okkas to preserve the lead.
Kevin Doyle and Duff went close to a late clincher, though Given had to be alert as he foiled Dimitris Christofi.