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<p>TROY TO THE WORLD: Troy Parrott and Ryan Manning celebrate. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile</p>

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Troy Parrott on Hungary hat-trick: I don’t think I’ll ever fully understand how it big it was

Parrott supplied all of Ireland’s goals in the 2-0 and 3-2 victories over Portugal and Hungary, snaffling second place in the group that secured a semi-final away to Czechia on March 26.

<p>SPRINGTIME IN PRAGUE: Martin Dahlin draws out the Republic of Ireland to play the Czech Republic. Pic: INPHO/Priscila Bütler</p>

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World Cup play-off draw, as it happened: Ireland to face Czechia in semi-final

<p>For getting Ireland to the World Cup play-offs, Heimir Hallgrímsson deserves a contract extension. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile</p>

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John Fallon: Ireland must move to secure Hallgrímsson’s future

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Dion Fanning: These are days that are unexplainable and enriching. They have been as good as it gets

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Kieran Shannon: When even the FAI deserve credit, you know it’s a good week

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More than one million were watching RTÉ for dramatic final moments against Hungary

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

FAI ready to reward Hallgrímsson with new deal

The salary Heimir Hallgrimsson joined on, €650,000, will be increased and there’s also the incentive of a seven-figure bonus for staff should they steer the team to what would be a first World Cup in 24 years.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Troy Parrott celebrates with Jayson Molumby after scoring the winning goal of the match 16/11/2025

Ireland’s big moment is what World Cup qualifying is all about

Troy Parrott’s last-gasp goal and DR Congo’s triumph proved once again why the best soccer is almost never about the soccer.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

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Hungarian media reaction to World Cup qualification exit: 'The Irish sang the cheese out of our mouths'

Troy Parrott is now a name the Magyars will always remember, the Budapest press adimt.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

S Colin Sheridan: A nation’s footballing identity is shaped not by its loudest figures but its truest

Whatever Seamus Coleman has, sums up what's best about us - we should build on that.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Troy Parrott and Séamus Coleman celebrate after the match 16/11/2025

S TV view: Late Late Troy Show sends nation dancing around the living room

From an early gut punch to Troy Parrott’s stoppage-time winner, Ireland’s wild evening in Budapest felt like the end of one grim decade-long story and the start of something brighter

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

In the space of four magical days, Ireland has been reawoken as a football country

Pinch yourself, then do it again to make sure – but this is real and Irish football again has a national team to be so very proud of.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Heimir Hallgrímsson: 'I hope we can look back saying these players started something special for Irish football'

Back-to-back wins over the top seeds in the space of three days contributed to what the manager predicted as the miracle necessary to usurp Hungary for second spot.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

A feeling lost to Irish football for the last eight years has returned

Since Ireland suffered a 5-1 defeat to Denmark in 2017, the international team has either stagnated or plummeted.

Mon, 17 Nov, 2025

Diehard Cork fan Pat Murray has 'never seen anything' like Troy Parrott's 'unbelievable' performance

Diehard Cork fan Pat Murray has 'never seen anything' like Troy Parrott's 'unbelievable' performance

When you consider that Pat was on the terrace watching when Johnny Giles made his international debut against Sweden in 1959, that's some barometer

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Talking points: Hallgrímsson's future more certain and Parrott likely to be in demand

Troy Parrott was linked with a move to newly-promoted Leeds United in the summer but there’s serious interest from Bundesliga powerhouses. That will surely have increased after his heroics in Budapest.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Crestfallen Hungary boss Marco Rossi feeling robbed by Ireland's 'master of stolen goals'

'We were prepared for Troy Parrott, who scored a hat-trick, and we knew his skills. We couldn't hold him back today, even though he didn't have many opportunities outside of his goals'

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

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Roy Keane: 'For Ireland to get back into the mix and have a chance, amazing'

Speaking to ITV ahead of England’s qualifier against Albania, Keane shared his thoughts on the Boys in Green’s victory in Budapest

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Hallgrimsson's Ireland rise from early turmoil to play-off berth

Back-to-back wins over the top seeds in the space of three days contributed to what the manager predicted as the miracle necessary to usurp the Magyars for second spot

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Hungary v Ireland player ratings: Parrott the star as Boys in Green seal stunning win in Hungary

The Dubliner scored an incredible hat-trick to book a play-off spot for Ireland.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'Everyone's crying': Troy Parrott in tears as he sends Ireland to dreamland

Troy Parrott scored a hat-trick for Ireland as they beat Hungary 3-2 to reach the World Cup play-offs.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Play-off explainer: what happens next for Ireland in World Cup bid?

Ireland secured a play-off with a thrilling win in Budapest

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

As it happened: Troy Parrott's late strike completes hat-trick, Ireland comeback and seals playoff spot

Ireland are off to the playoffs.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Hungary v Republic of Ireland - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Heimir Hallgrímsson makes one change to Ireland team for decisive World Cup qualifier with Hungary

Ireland know they need a win to leapfrog their opponents and secure a playoff spot for the finals next summer.

Sun, 16 Nov, 2025

Liam Scales and Dara O'Shea celebrate 13/11/2025

'It's different on a game day' - How practice made perfect for Liam Scales to assist Ireland's opener against Portugal

“We gave a bit of stick to Scalesy yesterday because he kept shooting from that position, but it worked off today,” said Nathan Collins shortly after full-time.

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'Everyone would have took this before the campaign' - Troy Parrott ready for decider in Hungary

Parrott’s first half brace on Thursday night helped Ireland secure the victory they needed against the Portuguese to keep their hopes of reaching a first World Cup since 2002 alive.

Fri, 14 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'This wasn't about shutting anyone up' - Ireland just wanted to keep World Cup dream alive says Nathan Collins

Cristiano Ronaldo spoke in the build-up to the game about the 'lovely' Irish fans and claiming the win to seal their place at the finals.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo reacts to a decision 13/11/2025

As it happened: Troy Parrott's brace before Ronaldo's red mist keeps Ireland's World Cup dream alive

Ireland now know what they need to do following Hungary's win in Armenia this evening.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Portugal - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Heimir Hallgrímsson names Ireland team for crunch World Cup qualifier against Portugal

At the very least, Ireland need a draw to keep their slim hopes of reaching the World Cup next summer alive.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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S Tommy Martin: Persistence with O'Neill the big difference between Irelands north and south

Ireland are now the poor relations of the Celtic quadrangle, and comparisons with Northern Ireland are not flattering.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

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Hallgrímsson: McClean was in our thoughts but Wrexham playing time has been limited

Injuries to Robbie Brady and Callum O’Dowda, along with the suspension of Ryan Manning, leaves Ireland with a gaping cavity to fill against Portugal’s star-studded attack.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Portugal Press Conference - Wednesday November 12th

'He's a smart guy' - Cristiano Ronaldo accuses Heimir Hallgrímsson of putting pressure on referee

If, as expected, Hungary win the early match in Armenia, Ireland must avoid defeat against Portugal to ensure they’re still in with an outside chance of a playoff berth heading to Budapest for Sunday’s final game.

Thu, 13 Nov, 2025

Portugal Press Conference - Wednesday November 12th

Watch: Cristiano Ronaldo says 'the support Ireland fans give to the national team, it's lovely'

The 40-year-old insists he expects a tough game from Ireland at the Aviva Stadium.

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

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Ireland aim to exploit Portuguese weaknesses in crucial World Cup qualifier

Unless Armenia get a shock result against Hungary, Ireland will require at least a draw against Portugal.

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

O'Shea believes Ireland can replicate Germany shock against Portugal

With playoff hopes fading and Evan Ferguson ruled out, John O’Shea insists Ireland can summon the spirit of their Germany upset as Ronaldo’s Portugal visit a sold-out Aviva Stadium.

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

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Nathan Collins had 'no doubt' Keith Andrews could make step up at Brentford

Brentford have won four of their last six games under new manager Keith Andrews, rising to 12th in the Premier League. They are just three points off the top four.

Tue, 11 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

John O’Shea: Ireland can frustrate Ronaldo again in Dublin showdown

Ireland need to avoid defeat to Portugal on Thursday if they are to make their clash with Hungary on Sunday relevant

Mon, 10 Nov, 2025

Republic of Ireland Squad Announcement

Heimir Hallgrímsson on Ireland World Cup hopes: 'We have it in our hands, so why be negative?'

Portugal will come to Lansdowne Road seeking the win that books their ticket to North America with a game to spare. Then Three days later Ireland will enter the Lion’s Den of the Puskás Aréna in Budapest.

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

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US-born Kevin O’Toole the bolter in Ireland squad for final World Cup qualifiers

The Boys in Green are preparing for their concluding World Cup qualifiers against Portugal and Hungary.

Thu, 06 Nov, 2025

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Evan Ferguson to miss upcoming World Cup Qualifiers after sustaining ankle injury

Ferguson was diagnosed with a sprained right ankle and a strain of the ligaments. He is expected to be out for at least two weeks

Thu, 30 Oct, 2025

Sammie Szmodics reacts to a missed chance 6/9/2025

Sammie Szmodics hits back at 'ridiculous' hate messages questioning his commitment to Ireland

The Republic of Ireland striker has struggled with injuries throughout 2025.

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

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Evan Ferguson suffers injury in opening minutes of Roma's Serie A clash

The Bettystown native was making his first Serie A start in five weeks, but he lasted just seven minutes of their match with Parma at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday.

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025

Portugal v Republic of Ireland - 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers - Group F - Jose Alvalade Stadium

Ireland World Cup Talking Points: Bruno Fernandes and Irish duo to miss Dublin clash

Back three to the future? And when Portugal came to draw.

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

S Tommy Martin: Dope Dreams - it's time for Ireland to sign up for the Enhanced World Cup

One of Heimir Hallgrimsson's strengths is his ability to identify Ireland's shortcomings in post-match interviews. Unfortunately, he seems unable to do anything about them. It's time for radical thinking.

Thu, 16 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'We should get praised for playing Séamus Coleman' - Heimir Hallgrímsson defends selection process

The Ireland boss defended his decision to abseil three recalled players, Coleman, Festy Ebosele and Jayson Molumby, straight into the side for the draw in Portugal on Saturday and Tuesday’s 1-0 victory.

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

How can Ireland reach a World Cup playoff?

Second-placed earns entry into the 16-team playoffs in March 2026, from which the final four European teams are decided

Wed, 15 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

As it happened: Evan Ferguson keeps Ireland's World Cup hopes alive with win over 10-man Armenia

Any hopes Ireland have of reaching the World Cup next summer will be dashed if they fail to win tonight.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland v Armenia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Heimir Hallgrimsson makes two changes to Ireland team for crucial Armenia World Cup qualifier

Ireland know only a win against the Armenians tonight at the Aviva Stadium will be good enough to keep their slim hopes of reaching the finals alive.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

Experience has taught Nathan Collins to not dwell on defeat

"If we can all give each other that bit of fire we have inside us, it creates a team fire, you could say," said Nathan Collins. "e need that against Armenia."

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

Republic of Ireland Training Session and Media Conference

'This game will be a war': Ireland and Armenia brace for high-stakes clash

After the Yerevan wreckage and near miss in Lisbon, Heimir Hallgrímsson says it’s time for Ireland to deliver — or risk their campaign ending in despair.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025