🎯 Troy Parrot continues top goal-scoring form for Ireland in WC qualifier

The Republic of Ireland equalised against Hungary in their final group stage match of World Cup Qualifying, but Ireland now find themselves 2-1 down to the hosts.

After Hungary opened the scoring inside three minutes, Ireland striker Troy Parrot equalised from the penalty spot, slotting his penalty into the bottom-left corner

Following his decisive brace in Ireland's 2-0 win against Portugal , the 23-year-old has now scored three goals in his last two matches.

– Sunday, 16 November 2025

Ireland need a win against the Hungarians to advance to the playoff round of WC WC qualifying.

However, they face an uphill battle after Hungary regained the lead through a goal from Barnabás Varga .

Will the Irish be able to complete a remarkable turnaround in Budapest?

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