Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic netted two goals as Serbia bested the Republic of Ireland in a World Cup Qualifier.

The two nations went head to head on Wednesday, with Ireland taking the lead through Alan Browne.

Dusan Vlahovic then equalised for Serbia, before Mitrovic netted two second half goals to give Serbia breathing room.

Ireland did pull one back, but it was too little too late and Serbia saw out the game to claim all three points.

Serbia skipper Dusan Tadic was key for his side, providing three assists for his teammates.