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He was one of 11 players to make their senior bows during the match, including student Joe Lapira who became the first non-professional Republic international since 1964.
Christian Benitez had put Ecuador ahead after 13 minutes, but Kevind Doyle levelled just before the break.
The Giants Stadium holds a special place in the hearts of the Republic, as they secured a memorable 1-0 win over Italy in the 1994 World Cup finals there.
"There were some excellent individual performances, and overall it was a good team performance," said Staunton.
"I am delighted with our lads, because it goes to show it does not matter who comes into the squad, they get on with it - give it their all and that is all they can do.
"It was very, very pleasing - there were some excellent individual performances and overall it was a good team performance, especially as it was a difficult surface."
"It was very, very pleasing - there were some excellent individual performances and overall it was a good team performance, especially as it was a difficult surface."